Bill
SR 45
The resolution honors Val A. Lederer for his lifelong firefighting service and directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory at the end of the day.
A. Purpose and Intent
- SR 45 is a Senate resolution recognizing and honoring the life and service of Val A. "Bud" Lederer.
- The resolution directs the Senate to adjourn in loving memory of Lederer at the close of the day’s session.
- It serves as a ceremonial tribute, expressing condolences and commemorating Lederer’s contributions to his community and the firefighting profession.
B. Key Provisions and Provisions Summary
- Section 1: Expresses the Senate’s profound sympathy upon Lederer’s passing.
- Section 2: Directs the Senate, upon adjournment of the current day, to adjourn in honor and loving memory of Lederer.
- Section 3: Requires the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Senator Shelley Funke Frommeyer for delivery to the Lederer family.
C. Background on Val A. "Bud" Lederer (as presented in the resolution)
- Born May 29, 1937, in Dayton, Kentucky.
- Military service: 6 years in the United States Navy, with assignments on the USS Ticonderoga and the USS Casa Grande.
- Fire Department service: Began in 1958 with the Alexandria Fire Department; served for 65 years.
- Leadership roles: Held multiple ranks and leadership positions within the fire service, including Lieutenant (EMS leadership), Captain, Assistant Chief, and Fire Chief (1974–1992; 18 years as Chief).
- Firefighting community involvement: Active in Kentucky Firefighters Association (KFA); served on numerous committees and chaired positions; appointed as the first KFA Director representing the Northern Kentucky Region in 1993, serving in that role for 22 years.
- Family: Married to Wanda Lederer for 59 years; they had a daughter, Robbin Lederer See; survived by one brother (Donald Lederer) and other family; two grandchildren (Jamie Roth and Jake See).
D. Affected Parties and Scope
- Primary focus: Val A. Lederer’s family and the firefighting community in Kentucky, particularly the Alexandria Fire Department and the Kentucky Firefighters Association.
- The resolution is ceremonial and symbolic, affecting the Senate’s formal adjournment practice for the day and acknowledging Lederer’s public service.
E. Procedural and Timeline Details
- Introduction and referral: Introduced 2026-01-20; referred to the Senate Committee on Committees (S).
- Floor action: Reported to the Senate Floor 2026-01-22.
- Adoption: Adopted by voice vote on 2026-04-14.
- Adjournment directive: Section 2 directs the Senate to adjourn in Lederer’s memory at the close of the current day’s session (standard practice for memorial resolutions).
- Sponsors: Primary sponsor is Senator Shelley Frommeyer; Co-sponsor listed in the record.
F. Practical Implications
- This resolution does not enact policy changes or fiscal measures.
- It formalizes a moment of remembrance and honors Lederer’s legacy and public service.
- The Clerk’s transmission ensures the Lederer family receives official recognition from the Senate.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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