Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 280: AN ACT relating to the operation of a motor vehicle.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 280 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky Senate on February 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the operation of a motor vehicle. Primary sponsor: Aaron Reed (Republican), Phillip Wheeler (Republican), Greg Elkins (Republican), Shelley Frommeyer (Republican), Jimmy Higdon (Republican), Scott Madon (Republican), Steve Meredith (Republican), Mike Nemes (Republican), Matt Nunn (Republican), Steve Rawlings (Republican), Craig Richardson (Republican), Lindsey Tichenor (Republican), Robin Webb (Republican), Steve West (Republican), Gex Williams (Republican), Mike Wilson (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.
Amend KRS 189.340 to restrict travel in the leftmost lane of any multilane highway at a speed lower than the posted speed limit; provide exceptions; amend KRS 189.990 to set penalties.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 16
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Reed | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 7 |
| Phillip Wheeler | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
| Greg Elkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 28 |
| Shelley Frommeyer | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
| Jimmy Higdon | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 14 |
| Scott Madon | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 29 |
| Steve Meredith | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 5 |
| Mike Nemes | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 38 |
| Matt Nunn | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Steve Rawlings | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 11 |
| Craig Richardson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 3 |
| Lindsey Tichenor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Robin Webb | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 18 |
| Steve West | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 27 |
| Gex Williams | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Mike Wilson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 32 |
“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