# Kentucky Secures 137 Opportunity Zone Designations

Kentucky announced that all 137 census tracts it recommended across 76 counties were approved for Opportunity Zone 2.0 designation. The zones are scheduled to become active January 1, 2027, and the federal tax-incentive program may encourage private investment in local development and infrastructure projects. No specific procurements or contract awards were announced; the state’s forthcoming webinars and community guidebook are identified as resources for learning about potential projects and local partnerships.

- Contractors and developers can use the designation and upcoming state resources to identify communities and potential local partners for development or infrastructure work.
- The program is an incentive for private investment, not a government contract or a mandatory procurement opportunity; businesses should assess whether eligible projects align with their capabilities and investment plans.
- The zones are scheduled to become active January 1, 2027 (63 days from October 30, 2026).

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- Office of the Governor of Kentucky
- Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

### Key Quotes
> These areas are located across the commonwealth, representing both rural and urban locations that deserve more investment and opportunity for the people who live there.
> — Andy Beshear, Governor of Kentucky

### Sources
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	Activity Stream
](https://kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity-stream.aspx?n=GovernorBeshear&prId=2893) - KY