SB 225
AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to voting rights.
In Plain Language
This bill would change Kentucky's constitution to automatically give voting rights back to people convicted of certain felonies once they finish their prison time, probation, or parole. It would also automatically restore other civil rights five years after they complete their sentence. The change would need to be approved by Kentucky voters in a referendum.
Official summary
Propose to amend Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky to automatically restore the voting rights of persons convicted of certain felonies upon completion of their imprisonment, probation, or parole and automatically restore their civil rights five years after completion of their imprisonment, probation, or parole; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.
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to State & Local Government (S)
Feb 20, 2025
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