SB-016
FailedEstablishing the Commercial Transportation Licensing Act
Type: Resolution
Fiscal Impact: None
Introduced: Apr 19, 2026
Summary
An Act establishing the applicable statutory provisions of the Kentucky Revised Statutes with respect to commercial transportation licensing; prescribing procedures, standards, and responsibilities; authorising the promulgation of administrative regulations; and providing for related matters.
Full Text
WHEREAS the Commonwealth of Kentucky has a compelling interest in the orderly administration of commercial transportation licensing;
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 commercial transportation licensing 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 commercial transportation licensing is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 2. Annual Review and Sunset Provision.
All state agencies and political subdivisions receiving funds appropriated pursuant to this Act are required to maintain adequate financial records, consistent with generally accepted governmental accounting standards, and shall provide access to such records upon written request by the Auditor of Public Accounts.
SECTION 3. Civil Remedies.
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.
SECTION 4. 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.
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.
SECTION 5. Legislative Findings and Declarations of Policy.
The General Assembly hereby finds that the commercial transportation licensing 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 commercial transportation licensing is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 6. Definitions.
"Fiscal Year" means the twelve-month period commencing on July 1 of each calendar year and terminating on June 30 of the succeeding calendar year.
"Applicant" means any natural person, corporation, partnership, limited liability company, or other legal entity that submits a completed application pursuant to this Act.
"Commissioner" means the duly appointed and confirmed Commissioner of the relevant Department as established pursuant to KRS Chapter 12.
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
24 entriesMr. President / Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce SB-016, a measure of considerable importance to the citizens of this Commonwealth.
I second the motion to introduce SB-016 and concur that it warrants the serious attention of this chamber.
The Chair announces that SB-016 has been referred from initial introduction to open debate in accordance with the standing rules of this chamber.
This is not a partisan matter. SB-016 represents a commonsense solution that enjoys broad bipartisan support and will advance the public interest.
I rise in strong support of SB-016. Having reviewed the bill's provisions in detail, I am persuaded that its enactment represents sound fiscal and legislative policy, and I urge my colleagues to vote affirmatively.
After careful consideration of expert testimony and review of comparable legislation in sister states, the committee reports SB-016 favourably and without amendment.
Before we proceed to the vote, I urge all members to reflect carefully on the implications of SB-016 for our constituents. The record speaks for itself.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
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. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
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.
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.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I cast my vote in the affirmative, consistent with the wishes of my constituents and my own studied review of this measure.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
It is the determination of the Chair that SB-016 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