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KY HB423

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Josh Calloway

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Racing facilities that were lawfully constructed before surrounding property owners purchased or built on their land are granted immunity from nuisance and taking lawsuits filed by those property owners

  • "Area of the racing facility" is defined as within a 5-mile radius of the property perimeter where the facility is located

  • Immunity applies regardless of changes to the facility's size, scope, configuration, technology, or type of racing conducted, as long as changes comply with applicable laws

  • Declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon the Governor's approval, citing racing facilities' contributions to amusement, recreation, and economic development in Kentucky communities

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to motorsports racing facilities and declaring an emergency.

Civil Actions

Last Action

to Judiciary (H)

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/27/2026
Committee On Committees1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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