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KY HB64

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Hodgson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

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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