Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Kentucky Senate Bill SR298

Introduced
4/14/26  
Refer
4/14/26  
Refer
4/15/26  

Caption

A RESOLUTION honoring the contributions of Christian women leaders in the Commonwealth of Kentucky through She Leads Kentucky.

Summary

SR298 is a Senate resolution honoring the contributions of Christian women leaders in Kentucky through the organization She Leads Kentucky. The resolution describes She Leads Kentucky as a faith-based initiative affiliated with She Leads America and Divine Justice, Inc., and states that its mission is to validate, encourage, and empower Christian women who lead in business, ministry, organizations, and other fields of excellence. It also names the organization’s founder, leadership, and a long list of 2026 honorees recognized as “Christian Leader of Distinction” recipients. The resolution formally places these honorees into the official record of the Kentucky General Assembly and commends them for servant leadership, integrity, and service. It also encourages Kentuckians to celebrate their achievements and support their continued efforts. The measure is commemorative in nature and does not create new programs, funding, or regulatory requirements.

Impact

SR298 has no direct effect on Kentucky statutes, administrative rules, or public benefits. As a ceremonial resolution, it functions as an official legislative recognition of named individuals and of She Leads Kentucky’s mission, and it directs the Senate Clerk to transmit a copy to Senator Lindsey Tichenor. Its practical impact is symbolic: it elevates the honorees in the legislative record and publicly endorses the organization’s faith-based leadership model.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment around SR298 appears strongly supportive and celebratory. The resolution itself uses affirming language throughout, praising the honorees’ Christian faith, leadership, and community contributions, and it passed by voice vote, indicating no recorded opposition in the available voting history. The absence of committee transcripts or recorded roll-call votes suggests the measure moved as a noncontroversial recognition resolution.

Contention

No specific points of contention are documented in the available materials. The only potentially sensitive aspect is the resolution’s explicitly Christian framing and its reference to the Holy Spirit as part of the organization’s selection language, which may raise questions about religious inclusivity or the appropriateness of state recognition tied to a faith-based group. However, no objections, amendments, or dissenting votes are shown in the provided record.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

KY SR33

A RESOLUTION honoring the 140th anniversary of Kentucky American Water and the role the company has played in the prosperity of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

KY SR139

A RESOLUTION honoring Rabbi Avrohom Litvin as he celebrates 40 years of spiritual leadership in the Commonwealth and beyond.

KY HR74

A RESOLUTION recognizing September 17, 2025, as United States Constitution Day and June 1, 2025, as Kentucky Constitution Day in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

KY SJR19

A JOINT RESOLUTION relating to unconstitutional acts that would undermine the rights of Kentucky citizens and the sovereignty of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

KY HR14

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 6, 2025, as Kentucky Nurses Day in the Commonwealth.

KY SR36

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 6, 2025, as Kentucky Nurses Day in the Commonwealth.

KY HR57

A RESOLUTION encouraging the Kentucky Department of Education and the Kentucky Historical Society to recognize the 250th anniversary of America's independence throughout Kentucky's schools.

KY SR40

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 5, 2025, as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Day in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

KY SR6

A RESOLUTION honoring Al Cross upon his retirement from the University of Kentucky.

KY SR57

A RESOLUTION honoring Dr. Nick Carter for being named the 2025 Kentucky Superintendent of the Year.

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