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KY SB136
Bill
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shelley Frommeyer
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AI Summary
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Requires the cabinet to refer suspected unemployment insurance fraud cases to county attorneys, Commonwealth's attorneys, and the U.S. Department of Labor within 30 days of determining suspected fraud has occurred
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Removes previous requirement to refer cases to the Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet and the U.S. Department of Justice
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Mandates that fraud referrals include the employer/employee/claimant names, contact information for the suspected fraudulent actor, and all information filed with or reported to the cabinet regarding the suspected fraud
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Requires a legal disposition finding the employee or contractor guilty under the evidentiary standard and burden of proof (per KRS 500.070) before employment can be terminated under this section
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to unemployment insurance.
State Agencies
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (H)
2/11/2026