Sen. Brandon Storm

Maddy summarySJR 27 is a joint resolution designating a specific bridge on Kentucky Route 363 in Laurel County as the "Les Leatherman Memorial Bridge." It directs the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to name the bridge (located at Interstate 75 mile point 8.03, Bridge ID #063B00032N) and erect appropriate signage within 30 days. The bill honors Les Leatherman, a longtime emergency responder and fire rescue instructor who died protecting his wife during a 2025 tornado, recognizing his service to Laurel County and emergency response communities. This is a commemorative measure with no policy or funding changes.

Adjourn in honor and loving memory of the victims of UPS Airlines Flight 2976, and recognize the efforts of first responders and other agencies that responded to the crash.

Direct the Legislative Research Commission to establish the Aviation Economic Development Task Force and direct it to study and make recommendations; establish membership and meetings; direct the task force to submit its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Research Commission by December 1, 2026.

Apply to Congress under the provisions of Article V of the Constitution of the United States for the calling of a convention for proposing amendments that limit the terms of office for members of Congress; state that the application should be aggregated with the applications of other states limited for the purposes identified in the application; state that the application should be a continuing application until a convention is called.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 272), not a policy bill. It formally honors James Robert Stansbury, a Kentucky attorney and community member who died on January 16, 2025, by directing the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in his memory. The resolution expresses the Senate's sympathy for his passing and requests the Clerk send a copy to his family. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or laws.

Amend KRS 224.1-010 to change the definition of "water" or "waters of the Commonwealth"; amend KRS 224.1-300 to provide that the definitions contained therein only apply to KRS 224.1-300 and 224.1-310; amend KRS 350.010 to define "long-term treatment"; amend KRS 350.060 to establish the means of calculating the additional bond amount required for a permit or permit increment for which the Energy and Environment Cabinet determines long-term treatment is required; EMERGENCY.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 246) honors U.S. Army Specialist Chaz R. McGowan, a Casey County High School graduate and 2nd Cavalry Regiment Infantryman who died in Germany on March 8, 2025. It directs the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in his memory and expresses sorrow to his family, including parents Marty and Kelly McGowan, siblings, and extended relatives. The resolution also instructs the Senate Clerk to send a copy to his family as a gesture of condolence for his military service. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact beyond this formal tribute.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 262), not a substantive bill. The Kentucky Senate passed it to adjourn in honor of Robert G. Clark Jr., a former Mississippi State Representative who served 35 years (1967-2003), including as the first African American elected to the Mississippi Legislature since Reconstruction. The resolution expresses the Senate's sympathy for his passing and directs the adjournment to honor his legacy of public service, civil rights advocacy, and leadership in education and governance. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or laws.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically honors Senator Aaron Reed as the first Navy SEAL to serve in the Kentucky Senate. It recognizes his 22-year military career as a Navy SEAL - including combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan - and his subsequent service as a local entrepreneur and state senator representing District 7. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's appreciation for his leadership and military background, directing the Clerk to provide him a copy as a token of recognition. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Cecil "Ray" Roundtree for his 42-year career in Kentucky public education, including 27 years with the Kentucky Department of Education and Laurel County Schools, plus 15 years assisting school districts post-retirement. It also recognizes his decades of service to retired teachers through leadership roles in the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association (KRTA). The Senate formally resolves to acknowledge his contributions to students, educators, and communities across Kentucky. The resolution directs the Senate Clerk to deliver a copy to Senator Brandon Storm, who personally credits Roundtree as a mentor. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or financial implications.