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HB 912

AN ACT relating to statutory interpretation.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mitch Whitaker

Kentucky HB 912 modifies statutory interpretation rules; specific provisions and impacts unavailable as detailed bill text has not been released.

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Bill Summary · HB 912

Legislative bill overview

HB 912 is a Kentucky bill relating to statutory interpretation that was introduced in March 2026. The bill has been referred to the House State Government Committee but no detailed text or specific provisions have been publicly released yet. Without access to the bill's actual language, the precise scope of changes to Kentucky's statutory interpretation rules cannot be determined.

Why is this important

Statutory interpretation rules are foundational to how courts, agencies, and citizens understand what laws mean and how they apply. Changes to these rules can significantly affect how existing statutes are enforced, alter the balance of power between legislative and judicial branches, and impact legal predictability across all areas of law. Even subtle modifications to interpretation methodology can have widespread consequences across Kentucky's legal system.

Potential points of contention

  • Whether the bill shifts interpretation methodology in ways that favor legislative intent over plain language or vice versa
  • Potential conflicts with established Kentucky common law principles of statutory construction
  • Whether changes affect how courts resolve ambiguities in existing statutes, potentially reopening settled legal questions

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

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