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SB 157

AN ACT relating to total net income limits on loans secured by a mortgage.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jason Howell

SB 157 modifies Kentucky mortgage lending standards by adjusting total net income limits, affecting borrower qualification thresholds and lender underwriting practices statewide.

signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 57)
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Bill Summary · SB 157

Legislative bill overview

SB 157 modifies Kentucky's mortgage lending regulations by establishing or adjusting total net income limits for loans secured by mortgages. The bill passed the Senate unanimously and is currently moving through House committee review. The specific income thresholds and their application to different loan types are central to understanding this legislation's scope.

Why is this important

Mortgage lending standards directly affect housing accessibility and affordability for Kentucky residents. Income limits determine which borrowers qualify for mortgages and can influence lending practices across the state. Changes to these thresholds can either expand homeownership opportunities or create new barriers depending on how they're structured.

Potential points of contention

  • Borrower eligibility impact: Raising income limits could exclude lower-income borrowers from certain loan products; lowering them might increase lender risk or require compensatory measures
  • Lender compliance burden: New income calculation methodologies or documentation requirements could increase administrative costs for financial institutions
  • Economic equity considerations: The bill's effect on first-time homebuyers, minority communities, and rural populations differs depending on which direction limits move and how broadly they apply

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

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