FRANKFORT – Many new laws enacted during the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly session, including ones on gaming, first responders, schools, criminal justice, grooming and concealed carry, – will take effect this week. More than 190 bills passed during this year’s 60-day session, and more than half take effect on Wednesday. The state constitution specifies that new laws take effect 90 days after the legislature adjourns unless they have special eff…