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KY HB436

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tom Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Graduates of the PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) program are exempt from green fees and associated golf rates at Kentucky state parks, though golf cart rental fees still apply

  • The fee exemption extends to the PGA HOPE graduate plus one guest when the graduate presents a valid PGA HOPE graduate card at time of purchase

  • PGA HOPE is a Professional Golfers' Association program that teaches golf to veterans and active-duty military to support their physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being

  • Amends KRS 148.021, which governs Department of Parks authority over state parks, shrines, monuments, and museums

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to state parks.

Fees

Last Action

to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (S)

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection3/16/2026
Committee on Committees2/13/2026
Rules2/11/2026
Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection1/28/2026
Committee On Committees1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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