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KY HB64
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Hodgson
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AI Summary
- Prohibits requiring, coercing, or compelling any person to undergo introduction of an identification device (such as implantable microchips using radio frequency technology) into their body, including as a condition of employment or receiving public/private benefits
- Prohibits introducing an identification device into a person's body without their consent, with an exception for legitimate medical uses with patient or guardian consent
- Creates a private right of civil action for victims with a 7-year statute of limitations, allowing recovery of actual damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief, attorney's fees, and litigation costs
- Expands Kentucky's existing unlawful tracking device statute (KRS 508.152) to criminalize installing tracking devices on another person's body or property, or tracking another person's location, without their knowledge and consent
- Maintains existing exceptions for parents/guardians tracking minors, police officers performing lawful duties, and various vehicle-related tracking services with proper notice or consent
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to identification devices.
Crimes and Punishments
Last Action
to Judiciary (H)
1/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/14/2026
Committee On Committees1/7/2026
Full Bill Text
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