This bill confirms the appointment of Dennis Repenning to the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education, a body that oversees higher education policy in the state. The resolution validates his selection by Governor Andy Beshear, ensuring he can officially serve on the council until December 31, 2030. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the required confirmation process for the governor's appointee. The primary effect is to formalize Repenning's role within the council without altering existing laws or creating new programs.
This resolution confirms the appointment of Amy Miller to the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals for a term ending on June 29, 2029. The bill formalizes her role as an official member of the board, which handles tax-related disputes for the state. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the confirmation process required by law for individuals appointed by the governor to this position.
This resolution confirms the appointment of Victoria Grooms to the Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents for a term ending on June 30, 2026. The bill formally validates her selection by Governor Andy Beshear, which was made in September 2025 under state law and executive order. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the required confirmation process, allowing Grooms to officially serve on the board. The legislation directs the Senate Clerk to send copies of the resolution to both Grooms and the Governor.
This resolution confirms the appointment of Jeremy Winton as a member of the Kentucky Film Leadership Council. The bill validates an executive appointment made by Governor Andy Beshear, ensuring Winton, who represents film production companies, serves on the council until June 30, 2026. Once passed, the Senate Clerk will notify both Winton and the Governor of the confirmation.
This resolution confirms the appointment of William Hurt to the Kentucky Lottery Corporation Board of Directors, a step required by state law before he can officially serve. The measure validates an executive appointment made by Governor Andy Beshear and ensures that the nominee meets the legal qualifications for the role. Once passed, the Senate Clerk will notify both the appointee and the Governor that the confirmation process is complete. This action directly affects the composition of the board that oversees the state lottery and does not alter any lottery rules or funding.
This resolution confirms the reappointment of Elijah Edwards to the Education Professional Standards Board in Kentucky. The bill validates an executive action taken by Governor Andy Beshear, officially approving Edwards' continued service on the board representing high school teachers until June 30, 2028. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the required confirmation process for Edwards, who has been determined to meet the state's eligibility requirements. The resolution directs the Senate Clerk to send copies of the document to both Edwards and the Governor.
This resolution confirms the appointment of James P. Gray II to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees for a term ending on June 30, 2031. The bill formally validates a prior appointment made by Governor Andy Beshear, ensuring that the Senate has completed its required confirmation step for the new board member. Upon adoption, the document is officially recorded and copies are sent to both the appointee and the governor to finalize the administrative process.
This resolution confirms the reappointment of Merideth Murphy Pittman to the Education Professional Standards Board in Kentucky. The bill officially validates her selection by the governor to represent middle school teachers on the board until her term ends in June 2028. By adopting this measure, the Senate completes the required confirmation process for her continued service. The action is administrative and does not alter any laws or create new policies.
This resolution confirms the reappointment of Michael R. Eaves to the Eastern Kentucky University Board of Regents, a move that directly affects the university's governing body and its oversight of the institution. The key provision validates an executive appointment made by Governor Andy Beshear, ensuring Eaves serves a term that ends on June 30, 2031, after meeting state legal requirements for the position. By passing this measure, the Senate formally completes the confirmation process required by law, allowing the appointed individual to officially begin their new term.
This bill confirms the appointment of Dr. Kenny Burdine to the Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation, a state agency that supports agricultural development in the state. The resolution validates his selection by the governor and ensures he serves on the board until June 26, 2029, as required by state law. By passing this measure, the Senate completes the necessary confirmation process for Dr. Burdine, who represents agricultural economists on the board. The bill does not create new policies or funding but serves an administrative function to finalize his official role within the agency.
This resolution designates May 2026 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in Kentucky to highlight the prevalence of these conditions among residents. It encourages citizens to participate in awareness activities and acknowledges the significant health and economic impacts of asthma and food allergies. The bill does not alter laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic proclamation to draw public attention to these health issues.
This bill confirms the hiring of Eric King as the executive director of Kentucky's Energy Planning and Inventory Commission. The resolution validates a job offer made by the commission's executive committee and formally notifies both the new director and the commission chair of the Senate's approval. This action is a procedural step required by state law to finalize the appointment of the commission's leader.