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KY HB867

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Billy Wesley

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public buildings in Kentucky must provide either sex-separated multi-occupancy private spaces (restrooms, locker rooms, changing rooms, shower rooms) or single-occupancy private spaces

  • Individuals are prohibited from entering multi-occupancy private spaces designated for the opposite biological sex, with exceptions for assisting children under 12, elderly persons, or persons with disabilities, as well as for emergencies, law enforcement, and maintenance

  • Knowingly violating the bathroom access restrictions constitutes a Class A misdemeanor

  • Employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who report suspected violations or testify in related proceedings

  • Individuals who experience retaliation may file a civil lawsuit in Circuit Court within 2 years and recover costs, expenses, and attorney's fees if successful

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to private spaces.

Civil Actions

Last Action

to State Government (H)

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government3/10/2026
Committee On Committees3/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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