HB 140: AN ACT relating to highway pavement markings.
HB 140 status: Introduced — recommitted to Appropriations & Revenue (H) (updated Apr 15, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialCreate a new section of KRS Chapter 189 to require the Transportation Cabinet conduct a quality assurance check 6 months after each highway pavement marking or other highway paint application; require the Transportation Cabinet repair or reapply the highway pavement markings within 30 days of a failed quality assurance...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- Potential for increased contract opportunities in highway maintenance
Risks
- Increased fiscal expenditure for the Transportation Cabinet
Society
Benefits
- Improved visibility and safety for motorists
- Better quality maintenance of infrastructure
Risks
- Potential for temporary traffic delays during mandated remediation
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Analysis status
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Fiscal strain on the Transportation Cabinet budget
Limited to legislative abstract
Where it stands
Introduced
Currentrecommitted to Appropriations & Revenue (H)
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