Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 496: AN ACT relating to outdoor, natureâbased early learning and child care programs.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 496 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to outdoor, natureâbased early learning and child care programs. Primary sponsor: Vanessa Grossl (Republican), Beverly Chester-Burton (Democratic), Daniel Grossberg (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): to Families & Children (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 199.894 to define "outdoor nature-based early learning and child-care program"; create a new section of KRS Chapter 199 to establish the licensure and operations requirements of outdoor nature-based early learning and child-care programs; establish the Outdoor, NatureâBased Early Learning and Child Care Program Advisory Committee; establish the membership and duties of the committee.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanessa Grossl | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 88 |
| Beverly Chester-Burton | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Daniel Grossberg | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
“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 Families & Children (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House