Kentucky HB529 amends parole board procedures, including member qualifications, hearing requirements, and victim notification.

Kentucky HB529 revises the composition and procedures of the Parole Board. The Governor appoints nine full-time members, confirmed by the Senate, with at least five years of relevant experience. Members serve four-year terms, with a maximum of six from the same political party. The board considers parole for eligible prisoners, including those wanted as fugitives by other jurisdictions. Victims or next of kin receive notice of parole hearings, with specific methods and timelines for different incarceration dates.

Kentucky HB529 amends parole board procedures, including member qualifications, hearing requirements, and victim notification.

Kentucky HB529 revises the composition and procedures of the Parole Board. The Governor appoints nine full-time members, confirmed by the Senate, with at least five years of relevant experience. Members serve four-year terms, with a maximum of six from the same political party. The board considers parole for eligible prisoners, including those wanted as fugitives by other jurisdictions. Victims or next of kin receive notice of parole hearings, with specific methods and timelines for different incarceration dates.