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SB 98 Enacted

AN ACT relating to welding safety.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 198B to establish requirements for projects using structural steel welding, such as hiring a certified welder and meeting national welding standards; define terms; exempt welding projects performed or requested on the premises of a homeowner or farmer; EFFECTIVE January 1, 2027.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 15, 2026
Last action
Apr 27, 2026 — signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 201)
Session
2026RS
Momentum
92 · Very high