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KY HB375

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

T.J. Roberts

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person, entity, corporation, or government agency in Kentucky from using, deploying, or maintaining automated license plate reader (ALPR) systems
  • Defines ALPR as high-speed cameras combined with computer algorithms that convert license plate images into computer-readable data
  • Classifies violation as a Class D felony with a $10,000 fine
  • Creates civil liability for ALPR users, allowing anyone recorded by such a system to sue for actual and punitive damages and to enjoin further violations
  • Permits prevailing plaintiffs to recover attorney's fees, costs, and damages; prevailing defendants may also recover attorney's fees

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to automated license plate readers.

Crimes and Punishments

Last Action

to Transportation (H)

1/22/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/22/2026
Committee On Committees1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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