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SCR 35

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the United States Congress to oppose the United Nations Pact for the Future.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky legislature urges Congress to reject the UN Pact for the Future, expressing state opposition to international governance agreement through non-binding resolution.

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Bill Summary · SCR 35

Legislative bill overview

SCR 35 is a concurrent resolution (a non-binding statement of legislative intent) urging Congress to oppose the UN's Pact for the Future, a multilateral agreement adopted in 2024 aimed at reforming global governance structures. The resolution expresses Kentucky's legislative position against U.S. participation in or ratification of this international agreement.

Why this is important

Concurrent resolutions carry no legal force but serve as official statements of a state legislature's position on federal matters. If passed, this would signal Kentucky's opposition to a major international initiative, potentially influencing the state's federal delegation and contributing to broader congressional debates about UN engagement and global governance participation.

Potential points of contention

  • Sovereignty concerns vs. international cooperation: Opponents of the Pact cite concerns about UN authority over domestic policy; supporters argue it addresses shared global challenges like climate change and pandemic preparedness
  • Information asymmetry: Many citizens and legislators may have limited familiarity with the Pact's specific provisions, making the debate vulnerable to competing characterizations of its scope and intent
  • Partisan framing: Opposition to UN agreements often breaks along ideological lines regarding international institutions, making this potentially divisive along political party lines
  • Binding vs. non-binding status: Questions persist about whether the Pact constitutes a binding treaty requiring Senate ratification or a non-binding commitment with different legal implications

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

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