HB297

AN ACT relating to peace officers.

Chamber Passed·2/20/26

Kentucky HB297 amends definitions and eligibility criteria for peace officers in the state.

Kentucky HB297 modifies the definitions and eligibility criteria for peace officers within the state. It specifies who qualifies as a police officer, including local and state officers, and clarifies the term "validated job task analysis." The bill also defines terms such as "Cabinet," "police department," and "retirement plan." It aims to ensure that peace officers meet the minimum entry-level requirements and qualifications based on a validated job task analysis.

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  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 96–0 · Feb 20
Current
Committee on Committees
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House: Veto Override RCS# 120

96 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 17

2:00 PM

House Committee On Veterans, Military Affairs, And Public Protection

History

Feb 20

Senate

received in Senate

Feb 20

Senate

to Committee on Committees (S)

Feb 19

House

3rd reading, passed 96-0