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KY HB812
Bill
Status
3/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Meade
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AI Summary
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Amends KRS 117.245 to specify that voter challenges based on failure to provide proof of identification (as defined in KRS 117.001) are handled differently from other qualification disputes
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Voters whose qualifications are disputed by a challenger for reasons other than lack of ID must sign a written oath before being permitted to vote
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Each precinct must include 20 printed copies of the oath form in election supplies, with the form prescribed by the State Board of Elections
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Signed oaths must be returned to the county clerk and delivered to the Commonwealth's attorney for investigation by the grand jury
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Grand jury must investigate all votes cast under oath and return indictments against persons found to have voted illegally; oaths with no indictments are retained by the county clerk as permanent records
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to elections.
Elections and Voting
Last Action
returned to Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)
3/16/2026