Kentucky Bills

passed · Kentucky · House Mar 4, 2025

HB 16: AN ACT relating to water fluoridation programs.

Amend KRS 211.190 to make water fluoridation programs optional; allow the governing bodies of water systems subject to regulation by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to decide whether they participate in water fluoridation programs; provide that a water fluoridation program in place on the effective date of the Act continues until action is taken by its governing body to end its participation; provide that any decision regarding participation in a water fluoridation program made by the governing body of a water system shall be binding on all water systems it supplies.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

Marianne Proctor (R) T.J. Roberts (R) Bobby McCool (R) Richard White (R) Jennifer Decker (R)

passed · Kentucky · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SB 174: AN ACT relating to campaign finance.

Amend KRS 121.120 to require that the city and state of contributors to candidates for the General Assembly and statewide office be available to the public online.

passed · Kentucky · House Mar 4, 2025

HB 88: AN ACT relating to waste management districts.

Amend KRS 109.115 to allow a member serving on a waste management district board in a county containing a consolidated local government to serve until his or her successor is appointed, not to exceed 60 days after the expiration of his or her term; require that the board director's position be vacated after the 60-day period; provide that on the effective date of the Act, any current director on a waste management district board in a county containing a consolidated local government who has exceeded 60 days on the board after expiration of his or her term shall immediately vacate his or her seat; EFFECTIVE January 6, 2026; RETROACTIVE.

passed · Kentucky · House Feb 28, 2025

HB 272: AN ACT relating to reading and writing in schools.

Amend KRS 158.307 to define "dysgraphia"; require the Department of Education to annually review and update the dyslexia toolkit; expand dyslexia toolkit required guidance and include dysgraphia and other reading and writing difficulties; require rather than allow local boards of education to develop a policy on dyslexia; require rather than allow the policy to include certain items; require the department to compile and maintain data on dyslexia reported by local school districts; require the department to report dyslexia data to the appropriate Interim Joint Committee on Education; amend KRS 164.304 to require postsecondary institutions offering teacher preparation programs to include instruction on dyslexia by the 2026-2027 school year, rather than the instruction being contingent on availability of funding.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 28, 2025

SR 83: A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Marie Fleeman Courts for her exceptional service to her community and family and for 75 years as a member of homemakers clubs.

Recognize and commend Marie Fleeman Courts for her exceptional service to her community and family and for 75 years of active membership in homemakers clubs.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 28, 2025

SR 97: A RESOLUTION recognizing the outstanding achievements of the Highlands High School varsity dance team at the National Dance Alliance High School Nationals.

This resolution (SR 97) formally recognizes the achievements of the Highlands High School varsity dance team at the National Dance Alliance High School Nationals. The team earned a first-place semifinal ranking in Large Varsity-Hip-Hop and won the national championship in Medium Varsity-Pom, missing the overall title by a narrow margin. The resolution specifically congratulates the team members (including named athletes and coaches Ashley Wrobleski, Molly Ferring, and Lauren Arnold) and their school community. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new policies or affect any laws, solely offering official commendation for their athletic accomplishments.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 28, 2025

SR 84: A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of former Senator Elizabeth Jean Tori.

SR 84 is a memorial resolution honoring former Senator Elizabeth Jean Tori, who served Kentucky's 10th Senate District from 1995 to 2011. The resolution directs the Senate to adjourn in her memory and expresses gratitude for her service, particularly her advocacy for veterans. It was adopted by voice vote on February 28, 2025, following her passing in October 2024. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves as a formal tribute.

passed · Kentucky · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 25: A RESOLUTION recognizing the last day of February, the day connecting Black and Women's History Months, as a day to honor Black women.

This resolution (HR 25) symbolically recognizes February 28 - the last day of February - as a day to honor Black women's contributions, beauty, and impact on society. It does not create new laws or policies but urges Kentucky citizens to acknowledge Black women's roles in history, community, and fields like government and arts. The resolution was adopted by the Kentucky House of Representatives on February 28, 2025, through a voice vote. It directly affects Kentucky citizens by encouraging community recognition, but has no binding legal effect on government actions or funding.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 28, 2025

SR 9: A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Father Norman Anthony Fischer, Jr.

SR 9 is a commemorative resolution honoring Father Norman Anthony Fischer, Jr., a Lexington priest who served Catholic communities for over 18 years and was the first Afro-Asian president of the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus. The resolution adjourns the Kentucky Senate in his memory, expresses the Senate's sympathy for his passing, and directs the Clerk to deliver a copy to his family. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes his contributions to racial healing, youth ministry, and community leadership in Lexington. This procedural resolution affects the Senate's proceedings and the Fischer family, with no broader legislative impact.

passed · Kentucky · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 72: A RESOLUTION recognizing March 2, 2025, as Read Across America Day.

This resolution designates March 2, 2025, as Read Across America Day in Kentucky, recognizing a national literacy initiative. It does not create new laws or directly affect specific groups, but formally endorses the event promoted by the National Education Association and Kentucky Education Association. The resolution encourages Kentuckians to participate in reading activities celebrating literacy, aligning with the annual event honoring Dr. Seuss's birthday. It is a ceremonial gesture with no binding policy changes, adopted by the Kentucky House of Representatives via voice vote.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 92: A RESOLUTION celebrating the first place win by the Muhlenberg County High School cheerleaders at the National High School Cheerleading Championship.

This resolution (SR 92) is a ceremonial honor from the Kentucky Senate recognizing the Muhlenberg County High School cheerleading squad for winning first place in the Junior Varsity Division Two category at the National High School Cheerleading Championship on February 10, 2025. It specifically names the 18 team members and their coaches (Sarah Ray, Dana Francis, and Page Katzenberger) and formally congratulates them. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing Senate support through a formal statement of commendation. It was adopted by voice vote on February 27, 2025, and will be presented to the team via Senator Craig Richardson.

passed · Kentucky · House Feb 27, 2025

HB 223: AN ACT relating to licensed dental hygienists.

Amend KRS 313.040 to expand the locations where a licensed dental hygienist may practice as a public health hygienist and provide dental hygiene services to include federally qualified health centers.

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