Kentuckians strongly urge you to oppose HB 173, a bill that would take away local governments’ ability to maintain rental property registries and enforce essential housing safety standards. This bill undermines the health and safety of families, particularly children, by removing the tools and resources from local government that are necessary to ensure safe living conditions. Rental registries provide a cost-effective, low-barrier solution that helps local governments identify and address dangers, like lead poisoning, that jeopardize the health and safety of families and children.
Every child deserves a safe home to grow and thrive. Every family deserves a place where they can live without the risk of lead poisoning or other preventable hazards. Several local governments across Kentucky rely on rental registries to track property conditions, identify safety risks, and ensure that landlords are meeting minimum standards. Without these tools, families will face increased exposure to unsafe housing, and the long-term consequences for their health and well-being will be devastating.
Please protect the right of local communities to safeguard their residents by opposing HB 173. Our children’s health and the safety of Kentucky families depend on it.
Thank you for your time and attention to this critical issue.
