SB131

AN ACT relating to wrongful conviction compensation.

Introduced·1/28/26
Bill Text

Kentucky SB131 provides compensation and support for individuals wrongfully convicted of crimes.

Kentucky SB131 establishes a process for individuals wrongfully convicted of crimes to receive compensation and support. Eligible claimants can receive financial assistance, housing, mentoring, and counseling. Compensation includes a monetary award based on the time spent imprisoned or under supervision, with additional payments for those imprisoned with a death sentence. The bill also mandates the sealing and expunging of associated convictions and arrest records, and the destruction of biological samples.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations and Revenue Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
3
RRR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 26

9:00 AM

Senate Committee On Judiciary

History

Feb 27

Senate

2nd reading, to Rules

Feb 27

Senate

recommitted to Appropriations & Revenue (S)

Feb 26

Senate

reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar