HB 189
AN ACT relating to pedestrians.
In Plain Language
This bill prohibits people from standing or remaining on parts of state roads and highways that aren't meant for pedestrians, with some exceptions and the ability for local governments to allow limited exceptions in their areas. The state Transportation Cabinet would set minimum standards for what counts as pedestrian-safe areas on state roads.
Official summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 189 to define terms; prohibit a person from remaining on any portion of a state-maintained right-of-way that is not designated for pedestrian use; provide exemptions and authorize local governmental exceptions; allow local governments to enact ordinances to authorize limited exceptions to the prohibition; allow the Transportation Cbinet to promulgate administrative regulations to define minimum standards for state-maintained rights-of-way; amend KRS 189.570 to conform.
Sponsor
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Cosponsors
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Latest action
became law without Governor's Signature (Acts Ch. 32)
Apr 5, 2026
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