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SB 290

AN ACT relating to criminal history.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Gerald Neal and 3 co-sponsors

Kentucky bill addressing criminal history procedures; favorable judiciary recommendation suggests potential changes to record sealing, expungement, or rights restoration mechanisms.

2nd reading, to Rules
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Bill Summary · SB 290

Legislative bill overview

SB 290 is a Kentucky bill introduced in the 2026 legislative session that addresses criminal history, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill has progressed through committee referral and received a favorable report in the Judiciary Committee as of March 2026.

Why is this important

Criminal history legislation affects employment opportunities, housing access, voting rights, and reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals. How states handle criminal records—whether through expungement, sealing, or restoration of rights—significantly impacts public safety policy and individuals' ability to rebuild their lives.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of records affected: Disagreement over which types of convictions (felonies vs. misdemeanors, violent vs. non-violent) should be eligible for any relief mechanisms
  • Victim protections: Concerns about whether victims' rights and public safety are adequately protected if records are sealed or expunged
  • Implementation and enforcement: Questions about how courts, law enforcement, and employers will comply with new requirements and whether adequate funding exists

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

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