Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 83: AN ACT relating to open meetings.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 83 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to open meetings. Primary sponsor: T.J. Roberts (Republican), John Hodgson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 14, 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 61.848 to establish that any formal action of a public agency is voidable by a court if there was not substantial compliance with statutes regarding video teleconferencing of meetings, recording of minutes, and conditions for attendance.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T.J. Roberts | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 66 |
| John Hodgson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 36 |
“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