KY House sends controversial anti-crime bill to Senate with unclear details on changes.

The Kentucky House has passed House Bill 5, the Safer Kentucky Act, a controversial anti-crime package. The bill would rewrite the state's criminal code, covering homeless, shoplifters, vandals, carjackers, fentanyl dealers, and violent offenders. The bill, overwhelmingly Republican, was passed after nearly three hours of debate. Supporters argue it is an overdue get-tough measure after years of criminal-justice reforms that didn't prioritize public safety.

January 26, 2024
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