RICHARDSON’S SB 18 STRENGTHENING DIABETES CARE FOR CHILDREN HEADS TO GOVERNOR’S DESK

RICHARDSON’S SB 18 STRENGTHENING DIABETES CARE FOR CHILDREN HEADS TO GOVERNOR’S DESK

FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 31, 2026) — The Kentucky General Assembly has passed Senate Bill 18, legislation sponsored by Sen. Craig Richardson, R-Hopkinsville, to strengthen care standards for patients living with diabetes, with a particular focus on children, and the measure now heads to the governor’s desk for consideration.

Senate Bill 18 modernizes Kentucky’s podiatric care laws by updating licensing standards, supervision requirements and regulatory oversight. These improvements are especially important for diabetic patients, where early detection and proper foot care can prevent serious complications and improve long-term health outcomes.

“For families navigating a childhood diabetes diagnosis, access to high-quality, coordinated care is critical,” Richardson said. “This bill helps ensure providers are well-trained, properly regulated and equipped to deliver the care these patients need.”

Senate Bill 18 now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature.