Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 251: AN ACT relating to the Department of Corrections.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 251 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky Senate on February 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the Department of Corrections. Primary sponsor: Steve West (Republican), Matt Nunn (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): delivered to Secretary of State (Acts Ch. 181).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amend KRS 197.020 to establish that the Department of Corrections shall not be required to promulgate administrative regulations regarding the death penalty; establish that execution protocols and procedures may be prescribed by internal policy, memorandum, or another form of action; amend KRS 13A.105 to conform; make technical corrections.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve West | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 27 |
| Matt Nunn | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- delivered to Secretary of State (Acts Ch. 181)
- enrolled, signed by Speaker of the House
- enrolled, signed by President of the Senate
- received in Senate
- passed 74-16
- veto overridden
- posted for consideration of Governor's veto
- taken from Rules (H)
- to Rules (H)
- received in House
- passed 30-7
- veto overridden
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