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HB 751

AN ACT proposing to create a new section of the Constitution of Kentucky related to reproductive rights.

2025 Regular Session

HB 751 proposes adding Kentucky's Constitution with new reproductive rights provisions, requiring legislative supermajority and voter approval to reshape state reproductive healthcare policy.

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Bill Summary · HB 751

Legislative bill overview

HB 751 proposes a constitutional amendment to Kentucky's state constitution that would establish new protections or provisions related to reproductive rights. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in February 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Elections, Constitutional Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs, which is the appropriate committee for constitutional amendment proposals.

Why is this important

Kentucky currently has some of the nation's most restrictive abortion laws, including a near-total ban with limited exceptions. Any constitutional amendment addressing reproductive rights would represent a significant shift in state policy and could either further restrict or expand access to reproductive healthcare. Constitutional amendments have the highest legal standing and require supermajority legislative approval plus voter referendum, making this a consequential proposal affecting fundamental rights.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of reproductive rights: Unclear whether the amendment addresses only abortion access, or broader reproductive healthcare including contraception and fertility treatments
  • Restriction vs. expansion: The bill could either protect reproductive autonomy or constitutionally entrench existing restrictions, creating sharply opposing reactions
  • Legislative feasibility: Constitutional amendments require 60% support in both chambers and majority voter approval, making passage politically challenging given Kentucky's conservative-leaning legislature

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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