Create a new section of KRS Chapter 158 to define "anti-choking device"; require school cafeteria personnel and other expected users of the device to be trained if a school obtains an anti-choking device; provide immunity from civil liability for rendering emergency care or treatment with an anti-choking device or the Heimlich maneuver at a public or private school; provide that the Act may be cited as Landon's Law.
This is a symbolic resolution, not a policy bill. It designates February 14, 2025, as "Making Our Schools Safe (MOSS) Day" in Kentucky to commemorate the seventh anniversary of the Parkland, Florida school shooting and honor victims like Alyssa Alhadeff. The resolution acknowledges Kentucky's existing school safety efforts, including investments in school resource officers and mental health services, and pays tribute to first responders and victims of school violence. It has no new funding or legislative requirements - only ceremonial recognition.
This resolution (SR 39) symbolically recognizes February 14, 2025, as "Wear Green for Gastroparesis Day" in Kentucky. It aims to raise public and medical awareness about gastroparesis, a rare digestive disorder causing symptoms like chronic nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but encourages education and research into the condition. It directly affects awareness efforts for gastroparesis patients and advocates, not specific individuals or groups. The Senate adopted it by voice vote on February 14, 2025.
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 315 to define terms, prohibit discrimination against 340B covered entities by pharmaceutical manufacturers, and authorize the Attorney General to investigation violations.
HR 23 is a symbolic resolution recognizing February 13, 2025, as Kentucky Arts Day. It does not create new laws or affect funding, programs, or individuals; instead, it formally acknowledges the arts' economic and cultural value in Kentucky through a designated day. The resolution cites the arts' role in generating $6.5 billion annually, supporting 50,526 jobs, and enhancing community development, but the recognition itself has no binding policy impact. It was introduced and adopted by the Kentucky House of Representatives on February 11-13, 2025.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 42) honoring the Louisville Academy of Music for winning Kentucky's Governor's Award in the Arts for Education. It does not create new laws or policies; it solely expresses the Senate's recognition of the Academy's 70-year history of music education, including serving over 11,000 students and reaching 5,000 community members annually. The resolution formally congratulates the Academy, acknowledges their award win, and directs the Senate Clerk to deliver a copy to the organization. It affects no individuals or entities through legislative action, as it is purely symbolic.
This resolution designates February 13, 2025, as "Kentucky Arts Day" to celebrate the state's arts community. It recognizes the arts sector's economic impact (generating $6.5 billion annually and supporting 50,526 jobs) and its role in education and tourism. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply honors Kentucky's arts industry and invites arts supporters to the Capitol. The resolution was introduced and adopted by the Senate on February 12-13, 2025.
Amend KRS 72.450 to allow a coroner who is in possession of an unclaimed dead body to have the body buried or cremated; direct that the decision between burial or cremation be made by the governmental entity bearing the expense.
SB 313 designates June of each year as "Kentucky History Month" in Kentucky. This bill directly affects all Kentuckians by adding a state-level recognition for the month, joining existing designations like National Agriculture Month (March) and National Beef Month (May). The key mechanism is an amendment to Kentucky Revised Statute (KRS) 2.112, formally adding this designation to the state's list of recognized months. The bill passed unanimously in the Senate (38-0) on February 11, 2025, and is now pending in the House.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 53), not a law, honoring the Tenth Street Cardinals youth football team for winning the 2024 D1 Nation 10U Youth Football national championship. It recognizes their 22-5 season record, 27-0 championship victory, and 30+ years of providing leadership to inner-city youth through football. The resolution formally commends the team and coaches for their achievements and directs the Senate Clerk to deliver a copy to the team. The resolution was introduced and adopted by the Kentucky Senate on February 12, 2025.
This resolution (SR 49) is a symbolic gesture by the Kentucky Senate to honor Hosparus Health for being ranked fourth nationally among the 50 largest hospices in a study published by the American Journal of Hospice & Palliative Medicine. It recognizes the organization's 46-year history providing community-based, nonprofit hospice and palliative care across 41 counties in Kentucky and Indiana. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges Hosparus Health's national ranking and its work supporting over 14,000 patients annually through medical care, grief counseling, and holistic services. It was introduced and adopted by the Senate on February 11-12, 2025.
This resolution (SR 48) recognizes February 2025 as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month in Kentucky and February 11, 2025, as CTE Student Leadership Day. It directly affects CTE students, educators, and organizations across Kentucky by formally honoring their work and leadership. The resolution includes a formal recognition of 18 CTE Student Organization state officers from Senate District 15 and encourages participation in Capitol tours and meetings with legislators. It has no policy changes or funding requirements - it is a symbolic gesture adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2025.
