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KY HB31

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Adam Moore

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits business entities (corporations, LLCs, partnerships) that own 50 or more single-family rental homes in Kentucky from purchasing additional single-family homes, unless for use as the entity's own residence

  • Exempts nonprofit corporations from the purchasing restriction entirely

  • Allows restricted entities to purchase homes that have been advertised for sale for 90+ days, or 30+ days if the purchaser qualifies as a small business

  • Violations constitute unfair or deceptive trade practices under KRS 367.170, enforceable by the Attorney General with existing consumer protection remedies and penalties

  • Courts must grant Attorney General motions to join corporate affiliates in enforcement actions, with affiliates potentially held jointly and severally liable for damages

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to the purchase of single-family homes.

Attorney General

Last Action

to Judiciary (H)

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026
Committee On Committees1/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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