HB-013
FailedAmending the Property Tax Assessment Methodology Act
Type: Resolution
Fiscal Impact: Minimal
Introduced: Apr 19, 2026
Summary
An Act amending the applicable statutory provisions of the Kentucky Revised Statutes with respect to property tax assessment methodology; prescribing procedures, standards, and responsibilities; authorising the promulgation of administrative regulations; and providing for related matters.
Full Text
WHEREAS the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of this Commonwealth requires legislative action with respect to property tax assessment methodology;
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY:
SECTION 1. Legislative Findings and Declarations of Policy.
The General Assembly hereby finds that the property tax assessment methodology in the Commonwealth requires responsive and efficient statutory governance. It is the declared policy of this Commonwealth to ensure that the regulatory framework governing said property tax assessment methodology is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 2. Data Confidentiality.
Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, any funds appropriated pursuant to this Act shall remain available for expenditure until the conclusion of the fiscal biennium in which they were appropriated, subject to the standard allotment and encumbrance procedures of the Finance and Administration Cabinet.
Any person who knowingly violates the provisions of this Act, or any administrative regulation promulgated thereunder, shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) per violation per day. The Agency shall have authority to assess such penalties following a duly noticed administrative hearing conducted in conformance with KRS Chapter 13B.
SECTION 3. Legislative Findings and Declarations of Policy.
The General Assembly hereby finds that the property tax assessment methodology in the Commonwealth requires responsive and efficient statutory governance. It is the declared policy of this Commonwealth to ensure that the regulatory framework governing said property tax assessment methodology is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 4. Reporting Requirements.
Nothing in this Act shall be construed to limit, abridge, or otherwise affect the rights, privileges, or immunities of any person protected under the Constitution of the United States or the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
The Agency is hereby authorised and directed to promulgate administrative regulations in accordance with KRS Chapter 13A to implement the provisions of this Act, including but not limited to regulations establishing application procedures, eligibility criteria, and reporting requirements.
SECTION 5. Revenue Allocation.
Any person who knowingly violates the provisions of this Act, or any administrative regulation promulgated thereunder, shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) per violation per day. The Agency shall have authority to assess such penalties following a duly noticed administrative hearing conducted in conformance with KRS Chapter 13B.
Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, any funds appropriated pursuant to this Act shall remain available for expenditure until the conclusion of the fiscal biennium in which they were appropriated, subject to the standard allotment and encumbrance procedures of the Finance and Administration Cabinet.
SECTION 6. Definitions.
"Applicant" means any natural person, corporation, partnership, limited liability company, or other legal entity that submits a completed application pursuant to this Act.
"Qualified Entity" means any person or organisation that meets the eligibility criteria established pursuant to Section 3 of this Act.
"Permit" means any licence, certificate, registration, approval, or other authorisation issued pursuant to this Act or the administrative regulations promulgated thereunder.
"Agency" means any executive branch department, office, board, bureau, commission, or other instrumentality of the Commonwealth.
SECTION 7. Effective Date.
This Act shall take effect ninety (90) days following its enactment into law.
SECTION 8. Severability.
In the event any provision of this Act, or the application thereof to any person or set of circumstances, is held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this Act which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Act are declared to be severable.
Legislative Proceedings
48 entriesI am proud to present to this body HB-013, which I commend to the favourable attention of my colleagues.
I second the motion to introduce HB-013 and concur that it warrants the serious attention of this chamber.
The Chair announces that HB-013 has been referred from initial introduction to open debate in accordance with the standing rules of this chamber.
My constituents have spoken clearly on this matter. HB-013 reflects the will of the people and this chamber should act accordingly, without delay.
This is not a partisan matter. HB-013 represents a commonsense solution that enjoys broad bipartisan support and will advance the public interest.
The distinguished member who introduced this legislation is to be commended. HB-013 addresses long-standing deficiencies in our statutory framework and will materially benefit the people of this Commonwealth.
The standing committee has reviewed HB-013 and, following deliberation, reports it favourably to the full chamber with the following amendments: technical corrections to Section 2 and clarification of the definition provision in Section 1.
I yield back the remainder of my time and ask for a favourable vote on HB-013.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
I cast my vote in the affirmative, consistent with the wishes of my constituents and my own studied review of this measure.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
It is the determination of the Chair that HB-013 has failed of passage. The Clerk shall note the final vote in the journal.
Bill Progress
- Draft
- Debate
- Committee
- Floor Vote
- Other Chamber
- Governor
- Enacted