Kentucky 2026 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate 8 R cosponsors

SJR 75 — A JOINT RESOLUTION directing the Public Service Commission to explore measures that would address affordability and the provision of essential utility services and declaring an emergency.

Last action — recommitted to Appropriations & Revenue (H)

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced February 03, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the House.

Odds of enactment

Moderate chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a moderate chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Advancing 58% · moderate confidence

  • Passed Senate

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 8 sponsors

    8 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (8 R).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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Summary

Direct the Public Service Commission to open 1 or more administrative cases to investigate and identify measures to improve the affordability of utility service for low- and fixed-income individuals; direct that the PSC report to the Legislative Research Commission by September 1, 2027; EMERGENCY.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

12 added · 12 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Bill SJR 75 changes the wording to focus specifically on electric, water, and sewer services, removing any reference to gas services. Additionally, it adds a more comprehensive mention of utility regionalization and financial assistance programs. This change is significant because it highlights the essential services necessary for everyday life while emphasizing the importance of regional cooperation and support for those in need within the community.

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UNOFFICIAL COPY 26 RS BR 1836 A JOINT RESOLUTION directing the Public Service Commission to explore measures that would address affordability and the provision of essential utility services and declaring an emergency.
UNOFFICIAL COPY 26 RS SJR 75/GA A JOINT RESOLUTION directing the Public Service Commission to explore measures that would address affordability and the provision of essential utility services and declaring an emergency.
WHEREAS, access to essential utility services, including electric, gas, water, and sewer, are necessary to light, heat, and clean the home, and fundamental for the health, safety, and well-being of all Kentuckians;
WHEREAS, access to essential utility services, including electric, water, and sewer, are necessary to light, heat, and clean the home, and fundamental for the health, safety, and well-being of all Kentuckians;
NOW, THEREFORE, Page 1 of 3 BR183600.100 - 1836 - XXXX 3/13/2026 10:51 AM Jacketed UNOFFICIAL COPY 26 RS BR 1836 Be it resolved by the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Kentucky:
NOW, THEREFORE, Page 1 of 3 SJR007510.100 - 1836 - XXXX 3/13/2026 10:54 AM GA UNOFFICIAL COPY 26 RS SJR 75/GA Be it resolved by the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Kentucky:
The Public Service Commission shall invite and encourage participation in the administrative case or cases from electric, gas, water, and wastewater utilities to become parties to the administrative case, and engage with affected communities and nonprofit advocacy organizations to ensure broad and representative participation in both formal and informal proceedings and to inform the development of recommendations.
The Public Service Commission shall invite and encourage participation in the administrative case or cases from electric, water, and wastewater utilities to become parties to the administrative case, and engage with affected communities and nonprofit advocacy organizations to ensure broad and representative participation in both formal and informal proceedings and to inform the development of recommendations.
and (3) Evaluate potential solutions to address affordability such as rate design, financial assistance programs, and other regulatory and nonregulatory approaches and innovations.
and (3) Evaluate potential solutions to address affordability such as rate design, financial assistance programs, water and wastewater utility regionalization, and other regulatory and nonregulatory approaches and innovations.
Whereas the steady increase in electricity and anticipated reduction in 2027-2028 funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) threatens the health and safety of vulnerable low- and fixed-income citizens, an emergency is declared to exist, and this Joint Resolution shall take effect upon its passage Page 2 of 3 BR183600.100 - 1836 - XXXX 3/13/2026 10:51 AM Jacketed UNOFFICIAL COPY 26 RS BR 1836 and approval by the Governor or upon its otherwise becoming a law.
Whereas the steady increase in electricity and anticipated reduction in 2027-2028 funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) threatens the health and safety of vulnerable low- and fixed-income citizens, an emergency is declared to exist, and this Joint Resolution shall take effect upon its passage Page 2 of 3 SJR007510.100 - 1836 - XXXX 3/13/2026 10:54 AM GA UNOFFICIAL COPY 26 RS SJR 75/GA and approval by the Governor or upon its otherwise becoming a law.
Page 3 of 3 BR183600.100 - 1836 - XXXX 3/13/2026 10:51 AM Jacketed
Page 3 of 3 SJR007510.100 - 1836 - XXXX 3/13/2026 10:54 AM GA
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Action History

  1. recommitted to Appropriations & Revenue (H)

  2. taken from the Orders of the Day

  3. floor amendment (1) filed

  4. placed in the Orders of the Day

  5. taken from Rules

  6. 2nd reading, to Rules

  7. reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar

  8. to Local Government (H)

  9. to Committee on Committees (H)

  10. received in House

  11. 3rd reading, adopted 36-0 with Committee Amendment (1)

  12. posted for passage in the Regular Orders of the Day for Friday, March 13 2026

  13. 2nd reading, to Rules

  14. reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar with Committee Amendment (1)

  15. to State & Local Government (S)

  16. to Committee on Committees (S)

  17. introduced in Senate

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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8 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 130 not signed on

Sponsors (8)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (130)

130 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Votes

ADOPT SJR 75 w/ SCA 1

Passed 36 Yea · 0 Nay · 2 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democrat 5000
Republican 31002
Total 36002
% of votes cast 95%0%0%5%
How each member voted (38)
Member Party Vote
Cassie Chambers Armstrong Democrat Yea
Gary Clemons Democrat Yea
Gerald A. Neal Democrat Yea
Karen Berg Democrat Yea
Keturah J. Herron Democrat Yea
Aaron Reed Republican Yea
Amanda Mays Bledsoe Republican Yea
Brandon J. Storm Republican Yea
Christian McDaniel Republican Yea
Craig Richardson Republican Yea
Danny Carroll Republican Yea
David P. Givens Republican Yea
Donald Douglas Republican Yea
Gary Boswell Republican Not Voting
Greg Elkins Republican Yea
Jared Carpenter Republican Yea
Jason Howell Republican Yea
Jason Nemes Republican Yea
Jimmy Higdon Republican Yea
Julie Raque Adams Republican Yea
Lindsey Tichenor Republican Yea
Matt Nunn Republican Yea
Matthew Deneen Republican Yea
Max Wise Republican Yea
Michael Meredith Republican Yea
Nick Wilson Republican Yea
Phillip Wheeler Republican Yea
Rick Girdler Republican Not Voting
Robby Mills Republican Yea
Robert Stivers Republican Yea
Robin L. Webb Republican Yea
Scott Madon Republican Yea
Shelley Funke Frommeyer Republican Yea
Stephen West Republican Yea
Steve Rawlings Republican Yea
Tom Smith Republican Yea
Wade Williams Republican Yea
Walker Thomas Republican Yea

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Subjects

public-safety energy
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Frequently asked questions

What does SJR 75 do?
Direct the Public Service Commission to open 1 or more administrative cases to investigate and identify measures to improve the affordability of utility service for low- and fixed-income individuals; direct that the PSC report to the Legislative Research Commission by September 1, 2027; EMERGENCY.
Who sponsors SJR 75?
SJR 75 is sponsored by Robin L. Webb (Republican), Lindsey Tichenor (Republican), Brandon J. Storm (Republican), Brandon Smith (Republican), Michael J. Nemes (Republican), Shelley Funke Frommeyer (Republican), Phillip Wheeler (Republican), and Scott Madon (Republican).
What is the current status of SJR 75?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced February 03, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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