SB104 Creates Crime of Impeding First Responders Under KRS Chapter 519
Summary
Kentucky SB104 was signed by the Governor on March 31, 2026, creating a new section of KRS Chapter 519 to define terms and establish the crime of impeding a first responder. The bill passed the Senate 32-6 and the House 79-16 after a veto override, with the enrolled version filed with the Secretary of State on April 10, 2026.
What changed
Kentucky SB104 enacts a new statutory provision within KRS Chapter 519 establishing the crime of impeding a first responder. The bill defines relevant terms and specifies conduct that constitutes the offense.
First responders, including peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services personnel, will benefit from enhanced legal protections against interference. Individuals charged under this provision face potential criminal penalties. Government agencies and employers should review training programs and policies to ensure compliance with the new law once effective.
What to do next
- Monitor for the bill's effective date upon filing with the Secretary of State
- Ensure compliance with the new impeding first responder statute when enacted
- Review organizational policies regarding interactions with emergency personnel
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ChangeBridge / Kentucky / SB104 Signed by Governor SB104 Senate Bill Signed by Governor 2026-03-31
AN ACT relating to first responders.
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 519 to define terms; establish the crime of impeding a first responder.
Bill Details
State Kentucky
Session 2026 Regular Session
Chamber Senate
Official Source apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb104....
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Sponsors
Matt Nunn (Sen - R) Mike Wilson (Sen - R) Gary Boswell (Sen - R) Danny Carroll (Sen - R) Matthew Deneen (Sen - R) Donald Douglas (Sen - R) Greg Elkins (Sen - R) Scott Madon (Sen - R) Robert Mills (Sen - R) Mike Nemes (Sen - R) Steve Rawlings (Sen - R) Aaron Reed (Sen - R) Craig Richardson (Sen - R) Brandon Smith (Sen - R) Lindsey Tichenor (Sen - R) George Wise (Sen - R)
Action History
2026-04-10 S filed without Governor's signature with the Secretary of State 2026-03-31 S delivered to Governor 2026-03-31 S enrolled, signed by Speaker of the House 2026-03-31 S enrolled, signed by President of the Senate 2026-03-31 S passed 32-6 2026-03-31 S Senate concurred in Floor Amendment (1) and Floor Amendment (2-title) 2026-03-27 S passed over and retained for concurrence in House Floor Amendment (1) and Floor Amendment (2-title) 2026-03-26 S passed over and retained for concurrence in House Floor Amendment (1) and Floor Amendment (2-title) 2026-03-26 S posted for passage for concurrence in House Floor Amendment (1) and Floor Amendment (2-title) 2026-03-26 S taken from Rules 2026-03-26 S to Rules (S) 2026-03-26 S received in Senate 2026-03-25 H 3rd reading, passed 79-16 with Floor Amendment (1) and Floor Amendment (2-title) 2026-03-25 H floor amendment (4) defeated 2026-03-25 H floor amendment (3) defeated 2026-03-24 H floor amendments (3) and (4) filed 2026-03-19 H floor amendments (1) and (2-title) filed 2026-03-18 H posted for passage in the Regular Orders of the Day for Thursday, March 19 2026 2026-03-18 H 2nd reading, to Rules 2026-03-17 H reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar 2026-03-13 H to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (H) 2026-02-20 H to Committee on Committees (H) 2026-02-20 H received in House 2026-02-19 S 3rd reading, passed 32-6 2026-02-18 S passed over and retained in the Orders of the Day 2026-02-13 S posted for passage in the Regular Orders of the Day for Wednesday, February 18 2026 2026-02-13 S 2nd reading, to Rules 2026-02-12 S reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar 2026-02-11 S to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (S) 2026-01-22 S to Committee on Committees (S) 2026-01-22 S introduced in Senate
Votes
2026-02-19 Senate: Third Reading RSN# 3837 Yea: 32 Nay: 6 2026-03-25 House: Veto Override RCS# 318 Yea: 81 Nay: 0 2026-03-25 House: Adopt HFA 3 RCS# 319 Yea: 21 Nay: 56 2026-03-25 House: Adopt HFA 4 RCS# 320 Yea: 20 Nay: 63 2026-03-25 House: Veto Override RCS# 321 Yea: 79 Nay: 16 2026-03-31 Senate: Third Reading RSN# 4074 Yea: 32 Nay: 6
Committee Referrals
2026-01-22 S Committee on Committees 2026-02-11 S Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection 2026-02-13 S Rules 2026-02-20 H Committee On Committees 2026-03-13 H Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection 2026-03-18 H Rules 2026-03-26 S Rules
Amendments
0000-00-00 House Floor Amendment 0000-00-00 House Floor Amendment 0000-00-00 House Floor Amendment 0000-00-00 House Floor Amendment
Bill Text Versions
0000-00-00 Introduced 0000-00-00 Engrossed 0000-00-00 Enrolled
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Corrections Impact Local Mandate Crimes and Punishments Emergency Medical Services Firefighters and Fire Departments Peace Officers and Law Enforcement Legislative data powered by LegiScan (CC BY 4.0)
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