Signed into LawFiled Jan 13, 2026
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signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 65)
Apr 10, 2026
Summary
The bill adds a new section to Kentucky’s criminal code that defines grooming of a minor and outlines punishments. It targets adults and authority figures who try to manipulate children under 14 or under 18, while allowing legitimate communication for education, health care, and parenting. The measure is now law after the governor’s signature.
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