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SCR 20

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION adjourning the 2025 Regular Session of the General Assembly until February 4, 2025.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky legislature pauses 2025 session until February 4, controlling when lawmakers reconvene to conduct legislative business.

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Bill Summary · SCR 20

Legislative bill overview

SCR 20 is a concurrent resolution that establishes an adjournment date for Kentucky's 2025 regular legislative session, pausing proceedings until February 4, 2025. This type of resolution requires approval from both chambers of the General Assembly and allows lawmakers to temporarily suspend session activities before reconvening.

Why is this important

Legislative adjournment resolutions directly affect when lawmakers can conduct business, introduce bills, and vote on legislation. The timing of recesses impacts the legislative calendar and can influence which bills receive consideration before the session ends, potentially affecting the passage of time-sensitive legislation.

Potential points of contention

  • Session length and productivity: Shorter or strategically-timed recesses may benefit certain legislative priorities while limiting opportunities for comprehensive review of other bills
  • Bill consideration deadlines: The adjournment date affects crossover deadlines and final passage windows, potentially disadvantaging bills introduced later in the session
  • Emergency legislation: Extended breaks can delay urgent legislation, though concurrent resolutions can be recalled for emergency matters

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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