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KentuckyHB 7812026 Regular SessionHouse

AN ACT relating to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training state plan.

Sponsored By: Matt Lockett (Republican)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

SNAP job training and work supports

Kentucky offers job training and work supports to SNAP adults through its Employment and Training plan. Services include job readiness, occupational training, work-based learning, case management, and individualized employment plans. The cabinet also promotes healthy work habits and builds partnerships with schools, employers, and community groups. Partner-funded efforts can boost household food security, with incentives to buy and eat nutritious foods at work and home. The cabinet uses federal SNAP matching funds when allowed and must seek needed federal approvals by December 1, 2026.

New work program for TANF families

The state creates a cabinet-run work program for people getting Title IV-A (TANF) cash aid. The cabinet writes rules and aims to place people in jobs or prepare them for work. Staff assess each person’s strengths and needs and provide supportive services to help find and keep work. Self-sufficiency is the main goal, and participants bear responsibility for pursuing it. Participation is required for TANF recipients.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Matt Lockett

    Republican • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 132 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/26/2026

3rd reading, passed

Yes: 37 • No: 0

House vote • 3/17/2026

3rd reading, passed

Yes: 95 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 58)

    4/8/2026

  2. delivered to Governor

    3/27/2026

  3. enrolled, signed by President of the Senate

    3/27/2026House

  4. enrolled, signed by Speaker of the House

    3/27/2026House

  5. received in House

    3/27/2026House

  6. 3rd reading, passed 37-0

    3/26/2026Senate

  7. posted for passage in the Regular Orders of the Day for Thursday, March 26 2026

    3/25/2026Senate

  8. 2nd reading, to Rules

    3/25/2026Senate

  9. reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar

    3/24/2026Senate

  10. to Families & Children (S)

    3/20/2026Senate

  11. to Committee on Committees (S)

    3/18/2026Senate

  12. received in Senate

    3/18/2026Senate

  13. 3rd reading, passed 95-0 with Committee Substitute (1) and Committee Amendment (1-title)

    3/17/2026House

  14. posted for passage in the Regular Orders of the Day for Tuesday, March 17 2026

    3/16/2026House

  15. 2nd reading, to Rules

    3/13/2026House

  16. reported favorably, 1st reading, to Calendar with Committee Substitute (1) and Committee Amendment (1-title)

    3/12/2026House

  17. to Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H)

    3/6/2026House

  18. to Committee on Committees (H)

    2/27/2026House

  19. introduced in House

    2/27/2026House

Bill Text

  • Current

    3/17/2026

    PDF

  • Introduced

    2/26/2026

    PDF

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