Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 437: AN ACT relating to unemployment benefits.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 437 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to unemployment benefits. Primary sponsor: Felicia Rabourn (Republican), Chad Aull (Democratic), Beverly Chester-Burton (Democratic), Al Gentry (Democratic), Nima Kulkarni (Democratic), Candy Massaroni (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): to Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amend KRS 341.350 to eliminate the 1 week waiting period for unemployment benefits; amend KRS 341.090 to conform.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felicia Rabourn | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Chad Aull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 79 |
| Beverly Chester-Burton | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Al Gentry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Nima Kulkarni | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 40 |
| Candy Massaroni | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 50 |
“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 Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House