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KY SB90

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brandon Storm

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the behavioral health conditional dismissal pilot program from January 1, 2027 to January 1, 2031, allowing eligible defendants with substance use or mental health disorders to have charges dismissed upon successful completion of treatment
  • Extends the termination date of the Behavioral Health Conditional Dismissal Program Implementation Council from December 31, 2027 to December 31, 2031
  • Continues annual appropriation of $10,500,000 in restricted funds from the Opioid Abatement Trust Fund for the program through fiscal year 2025-2026, with up to $500,000 per year allocated for Administrative Office of the Courts administrative costs
  • Adds provision allowing unexpended program funds at the close of fiscal year 2025-2026 to carry forward rather than lapse
  • Maintains existing program structure operating in at least 10 counties selected by the Chief Justice, providing participants access to medication-assisted treatment, recovery services, and educational/vocational resources

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to the behavioral health conditional dismissal program.

Courts

Last Action

returned to Appropriations & Revenue (H)

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Revenue3/6/2026
Committee On Committees1/23/2026
Rules1/16/2026
Judiciary1/14/2026
Committee on Committees1/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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