Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 209: AN ACT relating to the establishment of the External Detainee Fatality Review Panel.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 209 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky Senate on February 18, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the establishment of the External Detainee Fatality Review Panel. Primary sponsor: Keturah Herron (Democratic), Craig Richardson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 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 441 to establish the External Detainee Fatality Review Panel to conduct comprehensive reviews of all fatalities of individuals detained by law enforcement, in county or regional jails, or in any facility operated by the Department of Corrections, the Department of Juvenile Justice, or an entity under contract with either department; establish membership and duties of the panel; set a schedule for appointment of members.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keturah Herron | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Craig Richardson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 3 |
“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