A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Jacqueline Jaretta Grisby Burnside to the Standards and Assessments Process Review Committee.
Summary
SR173 is a Senate resolution confirming the reappointment of Jacqueline Jaretta Grisby Burnside to Kentucky’s Standards and Assessments Process Review Committee. The resolution states that Governor Andy Beshear reappointed Burnside on October 9, 2024, under KRS 158.6453, for a term ending May 27, 2028, and that the appointment is subject to Senate confirmation. It also notes that Burnside has been determined to meet the statutory requirements for the seat she holds, representing school board members.
The resolution does not change substantive education law or create new policy. Instead, it carries out the Senate’s confirmation role for a gubernatorial appointment to an existing advisory or review body tied to standards and assessments in Kentucky’s public education system. Its practical effect is to keep the committee fully staffed with a confirmed member representing school board interests.
Impact
SR173 affects the membership of the Standards and Assessments Process Review Committee established under KRS 158.6453 by confirming one reappointment. It does not amend the statute, alter school standards, or impose new duties on districts, educators, or students; rather, it preserves continuity in the committee’s composition and ensures the governor’s appointee may continue serving through the stated term.
Sentiment
The available voting history suggests broad support and little controversy: the Senate passed the resolution on third reading by a 38-0 vote. There are no committee transcripts or recorded objections in the provided materials, indicating the measure was treated as a routine confirmation rather than a contested policy issue.
Contention
No notable substantive contention is reflected in the record provided. The only potential point of interest is the confirmation requirement itself, since the Senate is formally approving a gubernatorial reappointment and verifying that the appointee meets the statutory category for representation of school board members. However, the unanimous vote and lack of discussion suggest no disagreement over Burnside’s qualifications or the committee role.