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KY HB76
Bill
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
T.J. Roberts
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AI Summary
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Prohibits pretrial release (including own recognizance, bail, or administrative release) for any person who cannot provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status
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Requires law enforcement agencies, jails, and regional jails to immediately notify the U.S. Department of Homeland Security when a person in custody cannot prove citizenship or lawful presence to determine immigration status and any ICE detainer
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Limits detention under these provisions to 48 hours maximum, after which the person becomes eligible for standard pretrial release options
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Mandates that pretrial risk assessments consider inability to prove citizenship or lawful status as a factor when evaluating flight risk, likelihood to appear for trial, and potential danger to the public
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to pretrial release.
Courts
Last Action
to Judiciary (H)
1/14/2026