FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Kentucky House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 5 Wednesday night. The bill will now head to Governor Andy Beshear's desk.
SB 5 creates a new process for parents to challenge books and instructional material that they object to.
Some say the measure will protect children while others have labeled it as a "book banning" bill.
To read more on SB 5, click here.
During Wednesday night's session, bill sponsor Representative Josh Calloway attempted to add a drag show in public places ban to the bill. Representatives voted against this amendment.
Representative Josh Calloway, who introduced the SB 5 amendment to add the drag show in public places ban, calls the bill a, "parents have the say bill." @LEX18News
— Ricky Sayer (@RickyReports) March 16, 2023
