Sen. Phillip Wheeler

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution from Kentucky formally recognizes Charlie Kirk as a martyr for truth, faith, and free speech. The bill honors his life and work with Turning Point USA, noting his advocacy for conservative principles and his role as a media figure and author. It does not change laws or allocate funds but instead directs the Senate Clerk to send copies of the resolution to specific state senators and the board of directors of Turning Point USA. The text encourages Kentuckians to reflect on Kirk's legacy and uphold values of liberty and open discourse.

Urge the Cabinet for Economic Development and the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet to work together to enhance economic development and tourism for Kentucky through the state park system; request the cabinets to present recommendation to the Interim Joint Committee on Economic Development and Workforce Investment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in honor and loving memory of Jessica Patton Rudy, a woman who passed away on March 18, 2026. The bill formally acknowledges her life and service through a ceremonial adjournment rather than implementing new laws or policies. It extends condolences to her surviving family members and authorizes the Senate Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Danny Carroll for delivery to the family. This is a commemorative measure that recognizes Rudy's contributions and expresses the Senate's respect for her memory.

Amend KRS 164.786 to define "eligible high school apprentice" and "eligible registered teacher apprenticeship program"; include eligible registered teacher apprenticeship programs in the dual credit scholarship program; establish student and school district eligibility and participation requirements in the eligible registered teacher apprenticeship scholarship program.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates July 4, 2026, as the 250th anniversary of the United States founding and encourages Kentucky residents to participate in related events. It directs the Senate Clerk to send copies to two senators and calls on schools to improve civics education about federalism and government principles. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal recognition of historical significance within Kentucky.

Maddy summarySB 200 exempts individuals aged 18 and older from needing a hunter education course to obtain a hunting license in Kentucky. This change modifies existing law (KRS 150.170) to remove the course requirement for adult hunters while maintaining other exemptions, such as those for minors under 16 or landowners. The bill directly affects adult hunters seeking licenses, simplifying the process by eliminating a mandatory training step. No other licensing fees or requirements are altered by this provision.

Order the Public Service Commission to open a new or include in an existing administrative case by May 15, 2026, to review the fuel adjustment charge to reduce volatility in the surcharge; receive comments from the public and affected parties on the fuel adjustment charge; and issue an order and amend the administrative regulation on the fuel adjustment charge by August 15, 2026; provide a report to the Legislative Research Commission by December 15, 2026; EMERGENCY.

Amend KRS 341.350, relating to unemployment insurance, to lengthen the verified definite return-to-work or recall-to-work period from 16 weeks to 12 months and add protections for employees whose place of employment can reasonably be expected to resume operations within 12 months following a natural disaster.

Amend KRS 156.153 to permit schools to use non-school bus passenger vehicles designed for 10, instead of 9, or fewer passengers; limit statewide driver qualification, training, and drug testing requirements to drivers of non-school bus passenger vehicles along regular bus routes; EMERGENCY.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the Kentucky State Building and Construction Trades Council for its nearly 100 years of work supporting construction workers and the industry in Kentucky. It officially recognizes March 5, 2026, as Trades Day at the Capitol to acknowledge the council's contributions to workforce development, fair wages, and job training programs. The bill does not change laws or policies but serves as a formal recognition of the organization's role in advancing worker rights and industry standards.