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SB 229

AN ACT relating to buildings serving as temporary shelters in times of emergencies.

2025 Regular Session

SB 229 authorizes Kentucky buildings to serve as temporary emergency shelters during declared disasters, establishing legal procedures for rapid shelter deployment during crises.

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Bill Summary · SB 229

Legislative bill overview

SB 229 establishes legal provisions for buildings to serve as temporary emergency shelters during declared disasters or emergencies in Kentucky. The bill creates a framework governing the use of public and private structures to house displaced persons when normal housing becomes unavailable due to emergencies.

Why is this important

Emergency shelter access directly affects public health and safety during natural disasters, extreme weather, or other crises. Clear legal authorization and procedures streamline the state's disaster response capacity and protect both shelter operators and displaced individuals from liability disputes during emergencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Property owner liability and consent: Whether private property owners can be compelled to provide shelter space or only volunteers, and what legal protections they receive
  • Building code and safety standards: How strictly emergency shelters must comply with standard building codes while operating under crisis conditions
  • Duration and compensation: Whether temporary shelter designation is truly temporary, and whether property owners receive compensation for building use during emergencies

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

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