Amend KRS 190.046 to define "parts," "qualifying repair," "qualifying repair order," "repair order," "warranty," and "warranty work"; establish requirements for dealer performance of warranty work, including time allowances, labor rates, parts markups, and payment procedures and terms.
Amend KRS 132.380 to require the examination of candidates for the office of property valuation administrator to be offered by the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS); require the Department of Revenue to provide KCTCS with examination questions and other relevant examination information; establish the examination period; require KCTCS to work with the department to promulgate administrative regulations for the examination registration and establishment of fees; require KCTCS to provide the Department of Revenue information from a candidate's examination for purposes of determining if the candidate passed the examination; establish a deadline for the Department of Revenue to issue a certificate of fitness and qualification to candidates who passed the examination; make technical corrections.
Amend KRS 189.993 to establish enhanced penalties for a violation of KRS 189.505, including increased fines, vehicle impoudment for up to 6 months for the first offense, and vehicle forfeiture for the second or subsequent offense; amend KRS 500.090 to provide that the proceeds from any public auction of a vehicle that has been forfeited for a second or subsequent violation of KRS 189.505 be transferred to the Crime Victims Compensation Board.
Amend KRS 424.110 to define "advertisement" and "published statement of ownership"; amend KRS 424.120 to determine where newspaper advertisements shall be placed when 2 or more newspapers meet the initial qualifications; determine when alternative publication procedures may be used when there is no newspaper in the county containing the government seeking to make the advertisement or no suitable newspaper in an adjoining similarly sized county; define "adjoining similarly sized county", and set publication parameters for advertisements, along with parallel advertising in the largest association of newspapers within the Commonwealth; set time requirements for publication; provide when digital newspapers may be used for advertising and when publication is deemed to have occurred; amend KRS 424.147 to expand remedial advertising to satisfy not only the provisions found in KRS Chapter 424, but the remainder of the Kentucky Revised Statutes relating to timing or manner of publication; amend KRS 424.160 to set the rates for advertising; require contractual terms offered to public agencies of the Commonwealth that are offered to commercial customers; require the rate charged by a newspaper shall be the lowest advertising rate provided for in KRS 424.215; provide volume discounts for display forms; amend KRS 132.027, 68.245, 132.023, and 160.470 to specify that publication shall be made in the qualified newspaper under KRS 424.120 rather than in the largest newspaper within the county; remove the requirement for display type and column inch minimum; expand the requirement that publication be made not less than 7 days nor more than 21 days.
This bill confirms the appointment of Michael Abell to the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources Commission. It validates his selection by Governor Andy Beshear for a term ending on December 31, 2029, representing the Fourth Commission District. The resolution requires the Senate Clerk to send copies of the confirmation to both Mr. Abell and the Governor. This action is a procedural step to finalize the appointment process rather than creating new policy.
Urge the United States Attorney General to investigate and prosecute individuals implicated in criminal activities related to the Jeffrey Epstein files; recognize the efforts of Representative Thomas Massie in securing the public release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
This Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Reverend Alfred Daniel "A.D." King, a civil rights leader and minister who worked alongside his brother, Martin Luther King, Jr. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to the freedom struggle in Kentucky and the United States, noting his leadership during the Birmingham Campaign and his role as a pastor in Louisville. Upon adoption, the Senate will adjourn in his memory, and a copy of the resolution will be sent to a specific senator for presentation. This measure serves as a commemorative tribute rather than enacting new laws or policies.
This resolution designates April 28, 2026, as Pay It Forward Day in Kentucky. It encourages citizens to perform acts of kindness to promote community spirit and positive change. The bill does not create new laws or require any specific actions from individuals or government agencies. Its primary effect is to formally recognize the date and express support for the global concept of paying kindness forward.
Recognize the filing of the Major Richard Star Act in the United States Congress, a bill exploring an opportunity for veterans with disabilities to receive their full United States Department of Defense retirement pay and United States Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation without offset.
This resolution formally adjourns the Kentucky Senate to honor the memory of Karen Sue Spencer Graham, a public servant and community member who passed away on December 13, 2025. The bill recognizes her contributions as a former Powell County Clerk and her long career with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, where she was known for her compassion and dedication to her clients. By adopting this measure, the Senate extends its condolences to her family and friends while officially marking the end of the legislative session in her tribute.
This resolution encourages all Kentuckians to receive vaccines for preventable diseases like measles and meningitis to protect individual and community health. It highlights the historical success of vaccines in eradicating smallpox and reducing other serious illnesses while noting recent measles outbreaks and their potential complications. The text emphasizes that vaccination is the most effective way to stop the spread of these diseases and safeguards vulnerable groups such as infants, seniors, and those with weakened immune systems. As a non-binding statement, it does not create new laws or mandate vaccinations but serves to promote public awareness and support for immunization.
This resolution honors the memory of Denise Lane "Deni" Hamilton by directing the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in her loving memory. It recognizes her life achievements, including her career as a real estate agent, her community service, and her dedication to her family. The bill does not change any laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to her contributions and expresses condolences to her family and community.
