Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 426: AN ACT relating to a tax credit for renters.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 426 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to a tax credit for renters. Primary sponsor: Pamela Stevenson (Democratic), Al Gentry (Democratic), Beverly Chester-Burton (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): to Appropriations & Revenue (H).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 141 to establish a refundable qualified rent payment credit for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, but before January 1, 2031, in the amount of 25% of the qualified rent payments made during the taxable year, not to exceed $1,000; amend KRS 141.0205 to order the credit; amend KRS 131.190 to allow reporting by the Department of Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamela Stevenson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Al Gentry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| 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 Appropriations & Revenue (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House