A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Tatum Elizabeth Dale.
Summary
SR32 is a simple memorial resolution honoring the life and service of Tatum Elizabeth Dale, a Kentucky native who died on December 24, 2025. The resolution recites her background, including her education at Calloway County High School and the University of Kentucky, her long career in Congressman Andy Barr’s congressional office, her church involvement, mission work, and volunteer service accompanying Honor Flights for veterans.
The resolution formally expresses the Senate’s sympathy to her family and community and directs that the Senate adjourn in her honor and loving memory. It also instructs the Senate Clerk to transmit a copy of the resolution to Senator Greg Elkins for delivery to the family. As a commemorative measure, it does not create or amend substantive law, but serves as an official legislative tribute.
Impact
SR32 has no regulatory or fiscal impact and does not amend Kentucky statutes or alter state policy. Its legal effect is limited to an official Senate expression of condolence and a ceremonial adjournment in honor of Tatum Elizabeth Dale, with a copy of the resolution sent to her family through Senator Greg Elkins.
Sentiment
The sentiment around SR32 is uniformly respectful and sympathetic. The resolution itself is written in a celebratory and mournful tone, emphasizing Dale’s service, faith, family devotion, and community involvement. The bill was adopted by voice vote, indicating broad, noncontroversial support and no recorded opposition.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention associated with SR32 because it is a memorial resolution rather than substantive legislation. No committee debate or recorded votes suggest disagreement, and the only focus in the text is honoring Dale’s life and extending condolences to her family, colleagues, church community, and others who knew her.