On March 26, 2026, Senate Standing Committees advanced legislation to improve public records processes and clarify property records for cities across the Commonwealth. 

The Senate Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection heard House Bill 567, sponsored by Representative Patrick Flannery (R–Olive Hill). This legislation helps balance government transparency with responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources by clarifying how public agencies verify Kentucky residency — a requirement already established in state law. House Bill 567 allows an agency to request proof of residency via a government-issued ID or other means, while maintaining accessibility for requestors. 

The Senate Standing Committee on Judiciary heard House Bill 566, which now includes language originally filed in House Bill 780, sponsored by Representative Daniel Elliott (R–Danville). These provisions provide municipal governments with the authority to file a cause of action to compel a grantee to file a master commissioner’s deed, as required under current law, if more than thirty business days have passed since the grantee’s receipt of the deed. This process helps ensure property records are updated and supports local code enforcement and administrative functions. 

The Senate Committee Substitute incorporating this language was adopted, and House Bill 566 has been placed on the consent calendar, positioning the measure for expedited consideration on the Senate floor. 

Both measures continue to move through the legislative process.