Summary of Original Version

Create a new section of KRS 441.420 to 441.450 to prohibit the building, reconstructing, remodeling, or renovation of a jail unless it is a regional jail and the General Assembly provides express approval; provide exceptions to the prohibition including where a court has ordered jail construction, construction is necessary to comply with state or federal law or regulations, or to replace or rebuild a facility following a catastrophic event; EMERGENCY.

Summary of Amendment: House Committee Substitute 1

Summary Retain original provisions, except provide that the provisions shall be repealed effective December 31, 2029; allow all local correctional facilities to undergo construction or renovation with the express approval of the General Assembly; amend KRS 441.137 to provide that money left in an inmate's canteen account will be considered abandoned after 90 days instead of one year; EMERGENCY.

Summary of Amendment: House Committee Amendment 1 -- R. Bridges

Summary Make title amendment.

Statutes affected:
House Committee Substitute 1: 441.137
Current/Final: 441.137
Current: 441.137