HB5

AN ACT relating to prison educational programs.

Complete·4/9/26

Establishes a prison education program in Kentucky to provide inmates with job training and certificates of employability.

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System Prison Education Program is established to offer inmates intensive job training in high-demand sectors. The program is managed by the Kentucky Department of Corrections in collaboration with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System. It includes academic instruction, vocational training, and support services. Inmates who complete the program may receive a certificate of employability, which can assist in post-release employment. The program also involves data collection and reporting on inmate participation and outcomes.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

38 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 13

12:00 AM

Senate Committee On Judiciary

Feb 25

10:00 AM

House Committee On Judiciary

History

Apr 9

House

signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 64)

Apr 1

House

enrolled, signed by Speaker of the House

Apr 1

House

enrolled, signed by President of the Senate