Kentucky Bills

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SB 57: AN ACT relating to funding health care services from increased penalties for speeding violations.

Amend KRS 189.010 to define "super speeder"; create a new section of KRS Chapter 189 to assess a fee of $200 to any person convicted as a super speeder; assess a fee of $50 and require the suspension of driving privileges for not making a timely payment of fee imposed; require that money from fees be deposited into the Kentucky trauma care system fund, the emergency medical services education grant fund, the school AED fund, and the Bentley rural hospital preservation fund; require the Transportation Cabinet to promulgate administrative regulations relating to the fees; create a new section of KRS Chapter 311A to establish an emergency medical services education grant fund and program; allow the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services to promulgate administrative regulations relating to the grant fund; amend KRS 211.496 to set forth how money from the trauma care system fund is to be used; amend KRS 154.20-190 to rename the rural hospital operations and facilities revolving loan fund the Bentley rural hospital preservation fund and require priority be given to providing loans to hospitals in counties that lack a rural hospital; amend KRS 158.1622 to provide that the school AED fund receives money from super speeder fees; amend KRS 186.440 and 189.394 to conform.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 29: A RESOLUTION commemorating Senator Keturah Herron on being the second African American woman to serve in the Kentucky Senate.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 29), not a law. It formally honors Senator Keturah Herron for being the second African American woman to serve in the Kentucky Senate, recognizing her historic appointment. The resolution expresses the Senate's admiration and marks the occasion as a significant moment in Kentucky's history. It has no policy impact or effect on constituents, as it solely serves to commemorate her service.

passed · Kentucky · House Feb 27, 2025

HB 368: AN ACT relating to publication.

Amend KRS 424.145 to remove the population restriction and make the alternative publication procedure available to all local governments as defined; stipulate that the local government must submit the advertisement to the newspaper in a timely manner for publication within the prescribed limits; make technical corrections.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 87: A RESOLUTION recognizing July 11, 2025, as Remember Srebrenica Day in the Commonwealth.

This resolution designates July 11, 2025, as "Remember Srebrenica Day" in Kentucky to honor the victims of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide, where over 8,000 Bosniaks were systematically killed. It specifically acknowledges Kentucky's Bosnian community - many of whom are survivors or descendants of survivors of the genocide - and their contributions to the state. The resolution aims to promote awareness of historical genocides and support educational efforts to prevent future atrocities, without creating new laws or policies.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 45: A RESOLUTION honoring the George Rogers Clark High School Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps for their victory at the 2024 United States Army Cadet Command Junior ROTC Raider Challenge.

This resolution (SR 45) formally honors the George Rogers Clark High School Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) for winning the 2024 United States Army Cadet Command Junior ROTC Raider Challenge. It specifically recognizes the men's team for securing first place in multiple events (Gauntlet, 5K Mountain Race, Physical Team Test) and the women's team for strong placements in their debut. The resolution, adopted by the Kentucky Senate, includes three sections: congratulating the cadets, thanking instructors and supporters, and directing the Clerk to present a copy to the school. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect but serves as official recognition of the team's national championship achievement.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 33: A RESOLUTION honoring the 140th anniversary of Kentucky American Water and the role the company has played in the prosperity of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

This resolution honors Kentucky American Water on its 140th anniversary, recognizing its role in providing water and wastewater services to over 560,000 people across 14 Kentucky counties since 1882. It acknowledges the company's long-term commitment to infrastructure investment, community partnerships, and maintaining high-quality water service that supports public health and economic prosperity. The resolution expresses the Senate's appreciation for the company's historical and ongoing contributions to Kentucky communities.

passed · Kentucky · House Feb 26, 2025

HR 69: A RESOLUTION recognizing February 26, 2025, as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Day in Kentucky.

This bill is a symbolic resolution recognizing February 26, 2025, as "Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Day" in Kentucky. It honors CRNAs - advanced nurses providing anesthesia care - as critical healthcare professionals, particularly in rural communities and underserved areas. The resolution has no policy or funding provisions; it simply acknowledges their contributions through a formal legislative declaration. It was introduced and adopted by the Kentucky House of Representatives on February 26, 2025.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SR 86: A RESOLUTION honoring Nolan Group Media on the occasion of its 100th year in business.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) honoring Nolan Group Media for its 100th anniversary of operating in Eastern Kentucky. It formally recognizes the company's history, community impact, and leadership under CEO James F. Nolan III, without creating any new policies or affecting residents. The resolution directs the Senate Clerk to present a copy to the company's CEO. It was introduced and adopted quickly in the Kentucky Senate with no voting record required.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SR 37: A RESOLUTION recognizing January 27, 2025, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

This resolution formally recognizes January 27, 2025, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Kentucky. It honors Holocaust victims, survivors, and liberators while affirming the state's commitment to confronting antisemitism and hate. The resolution references the UN designation of January 27 (marking the Auschwitz liberation anniversary) and cites recent antisemitism concerns in Kentucky and nationally. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or programs but encourages citizens to promote human dignity and vigilance against hatred. The resolution was adopted by the Kentucky Senate via voice vote on February 26, 2025.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SR 94: A RESOLUTION recognizing February 26, 2025, as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Day in Kentucky.

This ceremonial resolution designates February 26, 2025, as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) Day in Kentucky to honor their role in the state's healthcare system. It recognizes CRNAs as primary anesthesia providers in rural Kentucky counties (nearly half of all counties), their work in military care, and their provision of cost-effective anesthesia services across diverse settings like hospitals, clinics, and dental offices. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves only to publicly acknowledge CRNAs' contributions to patient care, particularly in underserved communities. It was introduced and adopted by the Kentucky Senate on February 26, 2025.

passed · Kentucky · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 256: AN ACT relating to marketable title.

Create new sections of KRS Chapter 381 to define terms; establish what constitutes an unbroken chain of title; establish the interests and rights to which a marketable title is subject; include the procedure for preserving an interest in land; delineate protected interests; establish that the provisions are to be liberally construed.

passed · Kentucky · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SB 83: AN ACT relating to KEES scholarships for students attending noncertified schools.

Amend KRS 164.7874 to include an equivalent score on the Classic Learning Test as a KEES supplemental amount; define "eligible noncertified school graduate"; amend definitions of "KEES award," "KEES award maximum," and " KEES base amount" for an eligible noncertified school graduate; amend KRS 164.7879 to establish an equivalent grade point average for eligible noncertified school graduates based on the graduate's ACT score; amend KRS 164.7881 and 164.7884 to conform.

Topics ✓ Education

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