Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 279: AN ACT relating to the efficient use of public funds in postsecondary institutions.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 279 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky Senate on February 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the efficient use of public funds in postsecondary institutions. Primary sponsor: Aaron Reed (Republican), Lindsey Tichenor (Republican), Jimmy Higdon (Republican), Craig Richardson (Republican), Steve West (Republican), Gex Williams (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 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 164 to require the Council on Postsecondary Education to promulgate administrative regulations to prohibit the use of public funds towards a degree in a low-earning outcome program; require the council to provide an annual report on the implementation of the prohibition to the Legislative Research Commission.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Reed | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 7 |
| Lindsey Tichenor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Jimmy Higdon | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 14 |
| Craig Richardson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 3 |
| Steve West | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 27 |
| Gex Williams | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
“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