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SR 18

A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Carolyn Greenwell Haydon and Joseph "Jodie" Albert Haydon.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jimmy Higdon and 1 co-sponsor

The Kentucky Senate resolution honors Carolyn and Jodie Haydon with condolences and a memory-adjournment, recognizing their service and community impact.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 18

Summary of Kentucky Senate Resolution SR 18 (2026RS)

Purpose

  • SR 18 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the Kentucky Senate to honor and extend condolences for the lives of Carolyn Greenwell Haydon and Joseph "Jodie" Albert Haydon.
  • The resolution directs the Senate to adjourn in their memory, recognizing their service, faith, family, and community contributions.

Key Provisions and Provisions Details

  • Adjourning Admonition: Section 2 states that when the Senate adjourns on the day of action, it does so in honor and loving memory of Carolyn and Jodie Haydon.
  • Expressions of Sympathy: Section 1 extends the Senate’s profound sympathy and heartfelt condolences to their family, friends, and community.
  • Background Summaries Included:
    • Personal and Family Details:
    • Carolyn Haydon: born in Bardstown; daughter of James Bernard "Jimmy" Greenwell and Verna Mae Greenwell; attended Bethlehem High School and Edgecliff College; deeply rooted in St. Joseph Catholic Church.
    • Jodie Haydon: born in Bardstown; son of Joseph Albert and Leona Isabelle Blanford Haydon; attended St. Joseph Preparatory School and Bellarmine College; served in the Army National Guard and the 138th Field Artillery, Battery C; participated in the Vietnam War (Firebase Tomahawk); former Kentucky State Representative; involved in multiple organizations (Kentucky Lottery Commission, Bardstown City Council, Knights of Columbus, Flaget Memorial Hospital, and others).
    • Professional and Civic Involvement:
    • Jodie Haydon’s public service roles and leadership positions are highlighted, including legislative service and community leadership.
    • Family Legacy:
    • Survived by children Allison Haydon Osborne (spouse Chris) and Amy Haydon Pehlke; grandchildren Caroline, Christopher (Amy Luu), Nicholas, Miller Osborne, Amelia, and Hilary Pehlke.
    • Siblings and Family Relationships:
    • Carolyn’s siblings and Jodie’s siblings are listed, including roles of surviving family members.
    • Death Dates:
    • Carolyn Haydon passed away on November 23, 2025; Jodie Haydon passed away on November 24, 2025.
  • Statutory Effect:
    • The resolution has no substantive policy changes, funding implications, or regulatory effects. Its primary function is ceremonial.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • The immediate effect is ceremonial acknowledgment by the Kentucky Senate.
  • The resolution serves to honor two individuals and support their families and community by publicly recognizing their lives and contributions.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and Referral: Introduced January 6, 2026, and referred to the Senate Committee on Committees.
  • Committee Action: As of the record, the resolution progressed from the committee stage.
  • Floor Action:
    • Passed the Senate by voice vote on January 16, 2026.
    • Co-sponsors: Senator Brandon Smith and Senator Jimmy Higdon.
  • Final Action: The resolution directs the Clerk to transmit a copy to Senator Higdon for family delivery.

Bottom Line

SR 18 is a formal, non-binding tribute adopted by the Kentucky Senate to express condolences and honor the lives and public service of Carolyn Greenwell Haydon and Joseph "Jodie" Albert Haydon. It includes a customary adjournment action in their memory and provides a concise biographical and familial overview to contextualize their impact on the community.

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

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