HB251

AN ACT relating to hazardous duty coverage in the Kentucky Employees Retirement System.

Introduced·1/8/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB251 amends hazardous duty coverage in the Kentucky Employees Retirement System for certain positions.

Kentucky HB251 modifies hazardous duty coverage in the Kentucky Employees Retirement System. It defines "hazardous position" to include law enforcement, fire suppression, and other roles with frequent exposure to danger. Employers can request coverage for these positions, and employees may elect coverage. The bill sets employer and employee contribution rates and outlines the process for converting nonhazardous to hazardous service.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 15

House

to State Government (H)

Jan 8

House

introduced in House

Jan 8

House

to Committee on Committees (H)