Create a new section of Subchapter 32 of KRS Chapter 154 to establish a tiered county system for eligible companies to receive incentives under the Kentucky Business Investment Program; amends KRS 154.32-010 to define "tier"; amends KRS 154.32-020 and 154.32-040 to conform; amend KRS 154.32-050 to specify tiering procedures; amend KRS 154.32-060 to require the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority to identify and certify or decertify the tiers for all counties on an annual basis into 4 tax credit tiers; provide that the incentives available under this subchapter be determined based on the county where the economic development project is located by an approved company; provide a county's tier will be based on a 5 year average of its unemployment rate and population ranking; amend KRS 154.32-090, 154.61-010, 154.61-020, and 141.383 to conform.
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Create a new section of KRS Chapter 198B to establish requirements for projects using structural steel welding, such as hiring a certified welder and meeting national welding standards; define terms; exempt welding projects performed or requested on the premises of a homeowner or farmer; EFFECTIVE January 1, 2027.
Urge the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville to explore opportunities to participate in the United States Department of Energy's Nuclear Energy University Program and to extend their curricula to offer courses and degree paths to train the workforce that will construct and operate the next generation of nuclear energy facilities; encourage the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville to collaborate with the United States Department of War to explore possible nuclear energy-related grant funding and research opportunities.
Maddy summaryThis resolution directs the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in honor and memory of Bobbie Lou Rasnick. It formally acknowledges her life and expresses sympathy to her family and the Pikeville community.
Maddy summaryThis resolution directs the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in honor and loving memory of Frances Smith Coleman, a Pikeville resident who passed away in May 2025. The bill formally expresses the Senate's sympathy to her family and community while acknowledging her roles as a tennis coach, YMCA board member, and devoted family member. It mandates that the Senate Clerk send a copy of the resolution to Senator Phillip Wheeler for presentation to Coleman's family. This action serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Paul Todd Case to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees for a term ending on June 30, 2031. The resolution formally validates an earlier action taken by the Governor and verifies that Case meets the legal requirements for the position. Once passed, the Senate will notify both Case and the Governor of the confirmation. This procedure is a standard administrative step required by state law before the appointment becomes fully effective.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Jeremiah Parsons, a Paintsville, Kentucky community leader who served as executive director of Paintsville Tourism and director of Main Street Players. The Senate will adjourn in his memory following its session on February 9, 2026, expressing sympathy for his passing. The resolution formally recognizes his contributions to tourism, arts, and community service in Paintsville. It has no policy impact and is a standard commemorative gesture by the Senate.
Direct the Public Service Commission to open 1 or more administrative cases to investigate and identify measures to improve the affordability of utility service for low- and fixed-income individuals; direct that the PSC report to the Legislative Research Commission by September 1, 2027; EMERGENCY.
Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (SR 37), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes the U.S. Delta Force for a fictional military operation described as capturing Venezuelan President Maduro on January 3, 2026. The resolution has no legal effect - it expresses praise for a past event (which did not occur) and does not change laws or affect any individuals or groups. It was introduced by Kentucky's Senate on January 13, 2026, and referred to committee.
Direct the Energy and Environment Cabinet's Division of Water to prepare and submit a report to the Legislative Research Commission by December 15, 2026, on recommendations for state and local governments to more easily access public waterways after flooding for debris removal and clean-up.