HB239

AN ACT relating to abandoned property.

Introduced·1/8/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB239 amends laws on abandoned property, detailing landlord actions and tenant notifications.

Kentucky HB239 modifies the handling of abandoned property in dwelling units. It mandates landlords to inventory and notify tenants of seized property within seven days, with additional notifications posted on the property. If tenants do not reclaim their property within twenty-one days, landlords may dispose of it. The bill also outlines penalties for wrongful seizure or removal of property.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 15

House

to Judiciary (H)

Jan 8

House

introduced in House

Jan 8

House

to Committee on Committees (H)