Amend KRS 15.420, relating to the Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund, to include in the definition of "police officer" a Kentucky State Fair Board special police officer.
Amend KRS 15.440, relating to eligibility for Law Enforcement Foundation Program funds, to require units of government to possess a written policy and procedures manual that requires local police departments to submit missing and unidentified persons case information to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System according to specified criteria.
This resolution (SR 85) is a symbolic gesture by Kentucky's Senate commending Taiwan for its economic and diplomatic ties with the United States and Kentucky. It highlights Taiwan's role as Kentucky's third-largest import source ($7.9 billion in 2024) and 20th-largest export market ($328 million), notes Foxconn's $173 million Louisville investment, and references Taiwan's trade partnership with the U.S. under the 21st-Century Trade Initiative. The resolution encourages Kentucky officials to deepen economic and educational collaboration with Taiwan, including using the TOCFL language assessment for biliteracy recognition. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect but formally expresses support for existing U.S.-Taiwan relations.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 94), not a policy bill. It formally honors Dr. Hannah Huffman upon her appointment as the 2025-2026 President of the Kentucky Optometric Association. The resolution commends her professional service as an optometrist in southeastern Kentucky and her community contributions, including developing an ocular disease residency program. The Senate adjourned in her honor on February 19, 2026, following adoption by voice vote. This resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a recognition of her work.
This resolution designates February 21, 2026, as "Historic St. Paul A.M.E. Church National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Day" in Kentucky. It formally recognizes the church's official National Park Service designation as part of the Underground Railroad Network to Freedom, highlighting its historical role as an active station (with features like a concealed upper room) that aided freedom seekers in the 1800s. The resolution commemorates the church's connection to abolitionist Lewis Garrard Clarke and its significance as one of Kentucky's few surviving Underground Railroad-era sites. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact beyond honoring this historical site and its community.
SR 106 is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) adopted by the Kentucky Senate on February 19, 2026, to honor the late Bias Sidney Tilford, Sr., following his passing on February 12, 2026. The resolution formally adjourns the Senate in his memory and extends condolences to his family. It does not create new laws or policies; it solely serves as a respectful tribute to his legacy as a Georgetown community leader, media professional, civil rights advocate, and mentor. The Senate directed the Clerk to deliver a copy to his family, reflecting the ceremonial nature of this action.
This resolution formally recognizes and honors the children of military families on Military Kids Day, February 19, 2026. It commemorates the ninth anniversary of the event, created by Senator Jimmy Higdon in 2017, which brings military children and families to the Kentucky Capitol for educational activities and engagement with state leaders. The resolution specifically acknowledges Senator Higdon's leadership in establishing this annual event, which has grown to include approximately 250 participants. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new policy or affect funding but serves as a formal tribute.
Amend KRS 61.315 to define "rescue squad personnel"; expand eligibility for in the line of duty death benefits to rescue squad personnel; require the Division of Emergency Management to promulgate administrative regulations establishing necessary criteria and procedures; amend KRS 164.2841 to define "rescue squad personnel"; expand eligibility for tuition and fee exemption to dependents of rescue squad personnel who died in the line of duty; amend KRS 342.316 to conform.
This is a symbolic resolution (not a law) honoring Frank Riherd, founder of Riherd's Scoreboard, for his work building and operating Kentucky's primary online repository for high school sports statistics. The resolution recognizes his decades-long effort to document over 650,000 games across 12 sports, which serves as the historical record for Kentucky high school athletes. It was adopted by the Kentucky Senate in February 2026 as a tribute to his contributions, acknowledging his role in creating the "gold standard" for accessing high school sports information. The resolution has no policy impact beyond formal recognition.
This resolution (SR 78) is a ceremonial Senate recognition of the CSX Santa Train, a decades-long holiday tradition. It commends CSX Railroad, volunteers, and sponsors (like Appalachian Power and Food City) for providing toys, supplies, and holiday joy to children across Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee - specifically noting 15,000 toys and 5,000 cold-weather gear bags distributed in 2025. The resolution expresses the Senate’s appreciation for the train’s 83-year impact on Appalachian communities and directs the Senate Clerk to present a copy to CSX. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy or legal effect beyond honoring the event.
This resolution (SR 104) is a ceremonial Senate adjournment honoring the late Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr., a prominent civil rights leader and activist who passed away in 2024. It formally recognizes his life and legacy through a moment of legislative pause, citing his decades-long work in civil rights, voter registration, economic empowerment, and international diplomacy. The resolution does not create new laws, affect any policies, or impact specific groups or individuals. It serves solely as a memorial gesture by the Senate to acknowledge his contributions.
This resolution (SR 102) honors Marie Childers for her 36+ years of service as the Republican member of the Pike County Board of Elections, recognizing her as Kentucky's longest-serving Republican county election board member. It acknowledges her bipartisan work ensuring election integrity and her role as a longtime leader in the Pike County Republican Party. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is a symbolic gesture of recognition with no direct impact on voters, officials, or election procedures. The Senate passed it unanimously by voice vote on February 17, 2026.
