Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 107: AN ACT relating to eminent domain for solar energy projects.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 107 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky Senate on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to eminent domain for solar energy projects. Primary sponsor: Steve West (Republican), Robby Mills (Republican), Lindsey Tichenor (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 20, 2026): to Committee on Committees (S).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 416 to prohibit the construction of any solar electric generating or related transmission facility on any land that was acquired by eminent domain; amend KRS 416.570 to require that as part of the verified petition required to be filed prior to an exercise of eminent domain, a condemnor shall certify that the proposed condemnation will not violate the prohibition on constructing solar electric generating or transmission facilities on condemned land.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve West | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 27 |
| Robby Mills | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 4 |
| Lindsey Tichenor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
“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 Committee on Committees (S)
- introduced in Senate