SB-033
FailedConsolidating the Legislative Redistricting Procedure Act
Type: Bill
Fiscal Impact: Major
Introduced: May 22, 2026
Summary
An Act consolidating the applicable statutory provisions of the Kentucky Revised Statutes with respect to legislative redistricting procedure; prescribing procedures, standards, and responsibilities; authorising the promulgation of administrative regulations; and providing for related matters.
Full Text
WHEREAS the applicable provisions of the Kentucky Revised Statutes relating to legislative redistricting procedure have not been substantively revised within the preceding statutory review cycle;
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 legislative redistricting procedure 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 legislative redistricting procedure is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 2. Penalties for Noncompliance.
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.
This Act shall be interpreted and construed in a manner consistent with the legislative intent to promote fiscal responsibility, governmental efficiency, and the welfare of all citizens of the Commonwealth, and shall be liberally construed to effectuate its remedial purposes.
SECTION 3. Prohibition on Preemption.
The Agency shall, in consultation with the relevant Interim Joint Committee, undertake a comprehensive review of the programme established by this Act no later than four (4) years following its effective date and shall report findings and any recommended statutory modifications to the General Assembly.
SECTION 4. Definitions.
"Secretary" means the Secretary of the relevant Cabinet as designated in the Executive Branch reorganisation order.
"Regulated Activity" means any commercial, industrial, agricultural, or professional activity subject to oversight under the provisions of this Act.
"Permit" means any licence, certificate, registration, approval, or other authorisation issued pursuant to this Act or the administrative regulations promulgated thereunder.
"Governing Body" means the county fiscal court, the municipal legislative body, or such other local governmental entity vested with general legislative authority.
SECTION 5. Effective Date.
This Act shall take effect ninety (90) days following its enactment into law.
SECTION 6. 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
26 entriesI am proud to present to this body SB-033, which I commend to the favourable attention of my colleagues.
I second the motion to introduce SB-033 and concur that it warrants the serious attention of this chamber.
The Chair announces that SB-033 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. SB-033 reflects the will of the people and this chamber should act accordingly, without delay.
The distinguished member who introduced this legislation is to be commended. SB-033 addresses long-standing deficiencies in our statutory framework and will materially benefit the people of this Commonwealth.
I rise in strong support of SB-033. 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.
My colleagues, I urge caution. SB-033 imposes significant compliance burdens on industries that are already subject to extensive regulation under existing law.
After careful consideration of expert testimony and review of comparable legislation in sister states, the committee reports SB-033 favourably and without amendment.
I yield back the remainder of my time and ask for a favourable vote on SB-033.
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 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.
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.
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.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
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 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.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
It is the determination of the Chair that SB-033 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