Brewer and Rep. Roberts Partner on HB 337 to Improve Public Safety and Reduce Taxpayer Costs

BOONE COUNTY, Ky. — Boone County Commissioner Jesse Brewer and state Rep. T.J.  Roberts are working together on House Bill 337, legislation Roberts introduced to reduce repeat emergency calls to rental properties, improve neighborhood safety and lower costs for taxpayers.

HB 337 establishes a statewide standard to address chronic nuisance incidents at rental properties. Under the bill, if law enforcement or fire protection services are dispatched to a property more than three times within six months, and those dispatches are directly attributable to the tenant’s conduct, the landlord may terminate the rental agreement with three days’ notice, while returning any unused prepaid rent.

“HB 337 is about protecting neighborhoods, supporting first responders, and being responsible with taxpayer dollars,” said Commissioner Jesse Brewer. “When the same properties generate repeat emergency runs, it strains staffing, equipment, and response times. This bill helps stop that cycle — improving quality of life for neighborhoods and allowing police and fire resources to stay focused on true emergencies.”

Representative Roberts said HB 337 provides a practical tool for communities across Kentucky.

“Kentucky families deserve safe neighborhoods and efficient public services,” said Rep. T.J. Roberts. “HB 337 creates a clear, consistent standard that helps reduce repeat calls for service and supports responsible rental property management statewide.”

Brewer emphasized that reducing chronic calls for service can deliver meaningful savings for taxpayers — particularly as local governments face increased pressure on police, fire, and emergency response budgets.

“This is the type of policy that can save taxpayers millions of dollars over time,” Brewer said. “Fewer repeat dispatches means less overtime, less wear and tear on equipment, and better coverage across our cities and county. It’s a smart public safety improvement that benefits Boone County — and communities across the Commonwealth.”