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SR 280

A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Michele Renee Franks Baker.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brandon Smith

Kentucky Senate passes memorial resolution honoring Michele Renee Franks Baker and adjourning in her memory as a ceremonial tribute.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 280

Legislative bill overview

SR 280 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Kentucky Senate honoring Michele Renee Franks Baker following her death. The resolution serves as an official legislative acknowledgment of her life and contributions. It is currently in the Committee on Committees.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions are ceremonial acts that allow legislatures to formally recognize the passing of notable community members, public servants, or citizens who made significant contributions. These resolutions often reflect the deceased's impact on their community and provide an official record of their legacy.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available details about who Michele Renee Franks Baker was and her specific contributions to Kentucky, making it difficult to assess the appropriateness of legislative attention
  • No information provided about whether this was a former elected official, civil servant, or community figure, which typically determines if memorial resolutions are warranted
  • The broad nature of the resolution without substantive biographical content limits meaningful public engagement or understanding

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

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