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KY SB231
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Danny Carroll
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AI Summary
- Amends KRS 645.110 governing the recertification process for continuing a child's psychiatric hospitalization beyond the initial 60-day period
- Requires recertification petitions to be filed before the original 60 days expire, with courts authorized to extend hospitalization for up to 180 days
- Mandates the same attorney continue representing the child at recertification hearings unless the court finds good cause for a change
- Requires the child to be brought to court for recertification hearings unless their presence would likely harm their physical or mental health
- Courts must evaluate prior treatment, the hospital's ability to provide appropriate care, and the likelihood of future improvement when deciding recertification
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to child mental health.
Children and Minors
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (S)
2/24/2026
Committee Referrals
Committee on Committees2/24/2026
Full Bill Text
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