HB742

AN ACT relating to tourism.

Introduced·2/25/26
Bill Text

Amends Kentucky law to allow park rangers to be commissioned as peace officers.

This bill amends Kentucky law to allow the commissioner of parks to employ and commission park rangers as peace officers. These rangers will have the same powers and immunities as sheriffs, constables, and police officers in their respective jurisdictions. The bill specifies that these rangers will be required to execute bond and file their photograph and affidavit with the Franklin county clerk.

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Where it stands

Current
Tourism & Outdoor Recreation Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 4

House

to Tourism & Outdoor Recreation (H)

Feb 25

House

introduced in House

Feb 25

House

to Committee on Committees (H)