· KY legislature · 2026RS

AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 25 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for crime.

Propose to amend Section 25 of the Constitution of Kentucky to prohibit slavery and involuntary servitude in all circumstances, including as punishment for a crime; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.

Sponsor

Sarah Stalker (D-KY)

Introduced

2026-01-07

Policy area

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Latest action

returned to Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)