A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Thomas Colley to the Board of Physicians and Advisors.
Summary
SR214 is a simple Senate resolution confirming the appointment of Thomas Colley to the Kentucky Board of Physicians and Advisors. The resolution states that Colley was appointed by the Kentucky Board of Nursing on October 24, 2024, under KRS 218B.020, for a term ending October 24, 2028, and that his appointment is subject to Senate confirmation. It also notes that he has been determined to meet the statutory requirements for the seat representing advanced practice registered nurses.
The measure does not create new policy or regulate conduct; instead, it completes the confirmation step required by law for a board appointment. If adopted, it formally places Colley on the Board of Physicians and Advisors and directs the Senate Clerk to notify him and the Kentucky Board of Nursing.
Impact
SR214 affects the operation of KRS 218B.020 by confirming one member appointment to the Board of Physicians and Advisors, the body involved in oversight related to medical cannabis under Kentucky law. The resolution has no direct fiscal or regulatory changes, but it ensures the board has a confirmed representative for advanced practice registered nurses, which may affect board composition, deliberations, and stakeholder representation in future advisory or regulatory actions.
Sentiment
The available voting history shows unanimous support in the Senate, with 38 yeas and 0 nays on third reading. There is no committee transcript indicating debate or opposition, and the resolution appears to have been treated as a routine confirmation matter. Overall sentiment is strongly favorable and noncontroversial.
Contention
No notable contention is evident in the provided record. Because the resolution is a confirmation of a single appointment, any potential concerns would likely relate only to whether the appointee met the statutory qualifications or whether the appointing authority selected an appropriate representative for advanced practice registered nurses. The text indicates those requirements were satisfied, and the unanimous vote suggests no active disagreement.