This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and honors Representative Al Gentry for his leadership in creating and supporting golf associations for athletes with disabilities. The resolution highlights Gentry's personal journey after losing his arm in a workplace accident and his subsequent founding of organizations like the Kentucky Amputee Golf Association, the North American One-Armed Golfer Association, and the United States Adaptive Golf Alliance. It also acknowledges his development of ranking standards and competition rules that have been adopted by the United States Golf Association. The bill directs the Senate Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Matt Nunn for delivery to Representative Gentry.
This resolution honors the Calloway County Girls Basketball team for winning the 2026 Kentucky 2A State Championship and achieving an undefeated 2025-2026 season. The bill formally recognizes the team's accomplishments, including their 49-46 victory over Taylor County and the standout performances of players Sayler Lowe and Jaidan Koch. It directs the Senate Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Jason Howell and notes that the Senate will adjourn in recognition of the team's achievements. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team's success.
This resolution honors the 2025 Murray State University Racers baseball team for advancing to the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. It recognizes the team's historic achievement as a fourth-seeded underdog that won the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament and defeated Duke in the super regional to reach the national tournament. The Senate formally congratulates the players, coaches, and staff for their accomplishments and directs the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Jason Howell for presentation to the team.
Amend KRS 70.280 to authorize certified court security officers to transport individuals being detained or in custody as ordered by the court and to go outside the immediate area of the court facility to provide the transport; authorize arrest powers for certified court security officers while engaged in transporting, monitoring, or supervising prisoners or other individuals ordered transported by the court; amend KRS 202A.028 and 202A.101 to permit certified court security officers to transport individuals under specified circumstances.
Support the federal Ohio River Restoration Program Act to advance clean water, economic development, community stability, and expanded recreation opportunities in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
This Senate Resolution honors the Kentucky state Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program for its advocacy work on behalf of nursing home and assisted living facility residents. The bill formally recognizes the program's efforts to protect resident rights, investigate complaints, and improve care quality across over 600 facilities serving more than 40,000 people. It directs the Senate Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Amanda Mays Bledsoe for delivery, serving as a commemorative acknowledgment rather than creating new policy requirements.
This resolution formally recognizes November 2026 as Grieving Children and Families Month in Kentucky to raise awareness about the impact of childhood bereavement. The bill directly affects children, youth, and families who have experienced the loss of a parent or sibling, as well as organizations providing support services. It highlights research showing the lasting effects of childhood grief on education, health, and family stability while directing the House Clerk to send a copy to the Kentucky Center for Grieving Children and Families. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the issue.
This resolution recommends placing a permanent statue of Senator Mitch McConnell in the New State Capitol Rotunda to honor his service as Kentucky's longest-serving U.S. Senator and his leadership as Senate Majority Leader. The bill cites his legislative achievements, federal resource advocacy for Kentucky, and recognition as one of Time Magazine's most influential people as reasons for the honor. It does not mandate the statue's creation but formally suggests it as a tribute to his contributions to the Commonwealth. The resolution would be considered by the Senate Committee on Committees before potentially reaching the Senate floor for further action.
This bill is a Senate resolution that designates April 18, 2026, as National Lineworker Appreciation Day in Kentucky. It directly affects utility lineworkers employed by Duke Energy, Kentucky Power Company, Louisville Gas and Electric, and Kentucky Utilities Company by formally recognizing their work. The resolution expresses appreciation for lineworkers who maintain power, telephone, and cable lines and often serve as first responders during emergencies. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition.
Recognize October 31, 2026, through November 1, 2026, as a voluntary time of prayer, fasting, and reflection in connection with the Nehemiah Alliance National 52-Day Rebuild Initiative.
This resolution directs the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in honor and loving memory of Lorrie Anne Parker, a longtime advocate for life and public service who passed away in February 2026. The bill recognizes Parker's extensive work with pro-life organizations, her leadership roles in state government, and her community contributions over several decades. It formally expresses the Senate's sympathy for her family and designates the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Amanda Mays Bledsoe for delivery to Parker's family. This is a commemorative measure that does not change any laws or policies but serves to acknowledge Parker's life and legacy.
Amend KRS 213.136 to establish processes and procedures for requesing vital statistics records from the state or county registrar; amend KRS 213.141 to increase the fee for a certified copy of a vital statistic record to $10; establish fee exceptions; increase the fee for a certified copy of a birth record to $15; establish fee exceptions; establish that the Cabinet for Health and Family Services shall provide a copy of the Annual Lifetime Kentucky Death Report to the State Board of Elections on or before July 1 of each year; amend KRS 116.113 to conform.
