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KY HB134
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Raymer
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AI Summary
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Cabinet for Health and Family Services must employ a statewide Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) coordinator to support SANE Program operations, recruit potential SANEs, organize training programs, and maintain relationships with hospitals, law enforcement, and rape crisis advocates
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Cabinet must develop a statewide strategic plan using a regional model to ensure SANE coverage for all Kentucky hospitals, due to the Legislative Research Commission by December 1, 2026
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State registry of SANEs must be created and made accessible on the cabinet's website to registered SANEs and Kentucky hospitals, operational by December 1, 2026
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Kentucky Board of Nursing must promulgate regulations for the SANE Program covering educational requirements, application processes, continuing education, and program monitoring
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Only persons holding the SANE credential may use the title "Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner" or the abbreviation "SANE"
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to sexual assault nurse examiners.
Crime Victims
Last Action
2nd reading, to Rules as a consent bill
3/12/2026