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KY HB507

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2026

Primary Sponsor

Samara Heavrin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends KRS 199.575 to add gender-inclusive language ("or herself," "or her") to existing sibling reunion provisions for adopted persons
  • Adopted persons or their preadoptive siblings aged 18 or older may file personal information and location with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to express interest in reuniting with siblings
  • Cabinet must check whether a sibling has previously filed a similar inquiry before releasing any information
  • Information is only released to an inquiring sibling if the other sibling has already authorized disclosure through a prior filing

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to adoption.

Children and Minors

Last Action

to Families & Children (H)

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Families & Children2/4/2026
Committee On Committees1/28/2026

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