Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 754: AN ACT relating to the terms of members of city legislative bodies.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 754 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on February 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the terms of members of city legislative bodies. Primary sponsor: Beverly Chester-Burton (Democratic), George Brown (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): to Local Government (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 83A.040 to increase the term of office for city legislative body members in cities with populations of 12,000 or more to terms of 4 years; provide guidance for the transition of the members who will have longer terms of office after the effective date of the Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly Chester-Burton | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| George Brown | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 77 |
“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 Local Government (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House