Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 915: AN ACT relating to a jury trial when a child is removed from a parent.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 915 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to a jury trial when a child is removed from a parent. Primary sponsor: Josh Calloway (Republican), T.J. Roberts (Republican), Candy Massaroni (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2026): to Judiciary (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 625.080 to allow a parent to request a jury trial for a termination of parental rights determination; require jurors to take an oath of confidentiality under penalty of contempt of court; allow jury to make findings of fact and recommendations to the court.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Calloway | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 10 |
| T.J. Roberts | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 66 |
| 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 Judiciary (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House