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HB 43·KY·house

AN ACT relating to deputy coroner training.

Signed into LawFiled Jan 7, 2026
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signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 20)

Apr 3, 2026

Summary

The bill expands the authority of coroners and deputy coroners to include full peace‑officer powers such as arrest and carrying firearms. It also mandates that deputy coroners have at least a high school diploma and complete specific training each year, including 18 hours on HIV/AIDS and a one‑time 4‑hour course on grieving and death notice. Failure to meet the training can lead to loss of duties, possible termination, and changes to pay.

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