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KY HB441
Bill
Status
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Hodgson
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment requiring candidates for all Kentucky state and local elected offices to be U.S. citizens who have held citizenship for at least 18 consecutive years prior to election or appointment
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Disqualifies anyone who has been a citizen or national of any foreign country within the 18 years preceding their election or appointment
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Applies to Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer, Commissioner of Agriculture, General Assembly members, judges, county officers, and all other state/local elected positions
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Exempts federal government offices from these requirements
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Requires the Secretary of State to publish the proposed amendment in a statewide newspaper and certify it to county clerks for placement on ballots at the next regular General Assembly election
Legislative Description
AN ACT proposing to create a new section of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to citizenship requirements for state and local elected officials.
Courts
Last Action
to Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)
1/28/2026