Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 420: AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to voting rights.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 420 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to voting rights. Primary sponsor: George Brown (Democratic), Beverly Chester-Burton (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): to Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Propose to amend Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky to provide that every citizen of the United States who is at least 18 years old and who has resided in Kentucky for at least 30 days before an election shall be entitled to vote in the precinct of his or her residence; automatically restore the voting rights of persons convicted of certain felonies upon completion of their imprisonment, probation, or parole and automatically restore their civil rights 5 years after completion of their imprisonment, probation, or parole; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Brown | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 77 |
| Beverly Chester-Burton | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- to Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House