Sen. Gary Boswell

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the appointment of Kenton W. Bottoms II to the Fish and Wildlife Resources Commission in Kentucky. The resolution validates an executive appointment made by Governor Andy Beshear, ensuring Bottoms II serves the Sixth Commission District until December 31, 2028. By passing this measure, the Senate officially completes the required confirmation process for the individual to assume their role on the state commission.

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.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the appointment of Michael Abell to the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources Commission. It validates his selection by Governor Andy Beshear for a term ending on December 31, 2029, representing the Fourth Commission District. The resolution requires the Senate Clerk to send copies of the confirmation to both Mr. Abell and the Governor. This action is a procedural step to finalize the appointment process rather than creating new policy.

Maddy summarySB 104 creates a new crime in Kentucky law for approaching or remaining within 25 feet of a first responder (including police, probation officers, campus police, and airport officers) after being verbally warned not to, when the person intends to impede duties, threaten harm, or harass the responder. It defines "harass" as causing substantial emotional distress through intentional conduct with no legitimate purpose. Violations are classified as a misdemeanor for first offenses, escalating to a felony for repeated offenses. The bill directly affects individuals who confront first responders during their duties, establishing specific penalties based on the number of prior offenses.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 109 to prohibit the imposition of fees or permitting requirements on a solid waste management facility that is handling solid waste that was generated outside of the county or waste management district where the solid waste management facility is located, by the county or waste management district where solid waste was generated.

Amend KRS 150.170 to exempt a bona fide private landowner from any fishing restrictions imposed in KRS Chapter 150 or the administrative regulations promulgated thereunder relating to creel, possession, size, or method of take; allow a private landowner to extend the same rights and privileges relating to fishing in lakes or ponds located on the landowner's property to any person in written or electronic form; allow the stocking of certain largemouth bass in private lakes and ponds without restriction; exempt a bona fide private landowner from any lake or pond stocking restrictions except with regard to prohibitions on the stocking of invasive fish.

Amend KRS 217.015 to add tallow-based cosmetic products to the definition of "home-based processor"; amend KRS 217.136 to allow home-based processors to produce tallow-based cosmetic products in accordance with the registration and regulation requirements set forth by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.

Amend KRS 158.150 to require a local board of education to expel a student for at least 12 months if the student intentionally causes physical injury to educational personnel at a school or school function; amend KRS 158.155 to require that school employees report attempted assault of any school employee to law enforcement; amend KRS 158.990 to provide for penalties for any person who intentionally violates KRS 158.155; amend KRS 610.200 to provide that a peace officer is not required to retain custody of a child for a felony violation of assault in the third degree; amend KRS 635.020 to provide that a child 14 years of age or older who is charged with a felony violation of assault in the third degree may be tried as an adult.

Amend KRS 173.490 and 173.730 to allow a county judge/executive to fill vacancies on a library board, with the approval of the fiscal court, without being required to consider recommendations made the board or the state librarian if the county has adopted an alternative appointment process.

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.