HB540

AN ACT relating to interference with a religious service.

Introduced·2/3/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB540 creates a new offense for interfering with religious services and expands penalties for assaulting service animals.

Kentucky HB540 introduces a new offense for interference with religious services, including obstructing access to a service or damaging religious property. It also increases penalties for assaulting service animals, including those used by law enforcement. The bill allows victims and religious organizations to seek civil relief, including damages and injunctive relief, for violations.

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History

Feb 10

House

to Judiciary (H)

Feb 3

House

introduced in House

Feb 3

House

to Committee on Committees (H)