SB 26: AN ACT relating to parental rights.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Amend KRS 199.011 to define "disability"; amend KRS 199.471 to establish that no petition for placement or adoption of children shall be denied on the sole basis of a disability of the adoptive applicant and enhance procedures for determination of placement or adoption; amend KRS 199.473 to require the secretary review any refusal of a placement of a child due to a disability; that targeted adaptive or support services be offered; and that the cabinet retain all documentation for two years; amend KRS 625.050 to establish that no petition for involuntary termination of parental rights shall be ordered on the sole basis of a disability of the parent; amend KRS 625.090 regarding procedures for an involuntary termination of parental rights involving a parent with a disability.

Sponsors

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. March 18, 2025signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 26)
2. March 11, 2025delivered to Governor
3. March 11, 2025enrolled, signed by Speaker of the House
4. March 11, 2025enrolled, signed by President of the Senate
5. March 11, 2025received in Senate
6. March 11, 20253rd reading, passed 97-0
7. March 4, 2025posted for passage in the Regular Orders of the Day for Wednesday, March 05, 2025
8. February 28, 20252nd reading, to Rules
9. February 27, 2025reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar
10. February 25, 2025to Families & Children (H)
11. February 14, 2025to Committee on Committees (H)
12. February 14, 2025received in House

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