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KY SB66

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brandon Storm

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds clonazepam, cocaine, diazepam, fentanyl, and hydrocodone to the list of controlled substances that trigger DUI charges when detected in a driver's blood within 2 hours of vehicle operation

  • Extends the retention period for moving traffic conviction records by the Transportation Cabinet from 5 years to 10 years

  • Distinguishes between breath/urine test refusals and blood test refusals for DUI stops, with blood test refusals resulting only in license suspension (not doubled jail sentences for repeat offenders)

  • Requires peace officers to seek a search warrant for blood testing in all motor vehicle accidents involving a fatality, unless testing has already been done by consent

  • Updates statutory language to replace "state" with "Commonwealth" throughout the relevant sections of KRS Chapter 189A

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to the operation of a motor vehicle.

Crimes and Punishments

Last Action

to Committee on Committees (H)

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Committee On Committees3/12/2026
Rules3/6/2026
Judiciary1/20/2026
Committee on Committees1/12/2026

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