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KY SB28
Bill
Status
Engrossed
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jimmy Higdon
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AI Summary
- Prohibits drivers from holding or supporting a mobile electronic device with any part of their body, reading/composing/transmitting text, or watching videos while operating a vehicle on public highways in Kentucky
- Exempts parked vehicles, voice-based hands-free communications, emergency reporting, first responders on duty, navigation using audio without typing, and factory-installed vehicle equipment
- Restricts law enforcement from stopping drivers unless the officer has a clear visual observation of the violation, and prohibits device seizure, vehicle searches, or custodial arrests solely for this violation
- Increases fine to $100 (from $25/$50) with no points assessed against driving record; fines distributed 35% to traumatic brain injury trust fund, 35% to trauma care system fund, and 30% to veterans' program trust fund
- Requires Transportation Cabinet to install advisory signage at state border entry points and along highways; courtesy warnings only (no citations) until October 31, 2026
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to operating a motor vehicle.
Telecommunications
Last Action
to Transportation (H)
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation3/9/2026
Committee On Committees1/21/2026
Rules1/15/2026
Transportation1/12/2026
Committee on Committees1/6/2026
Full Bill Text
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