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SR 166

A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in loving memory and honor of Vinita Winters.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jason Howell

The Kentucky Senate will adjourn for the day in loving memory of Vinita Winters to publicly honor her life and community contributions.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 166

Summary: SR 166 (2026 Regular Session, Kentucky)

Title

A Resolution adjourning the Senate in loving memory and honor of Vinita Winters.

Purpose and intent

  • The resolution expresses sorrow and condolences for the passing of Vinita Winters (April 9, 1947 – March 8, 2026) and directs the Senate to adjourn in her memory and honor.
  • It publicly recognizes Winters’ life, community ties, and family.

Key provisions and changes

  • Section 1: The Senate offers its profound sense of sorrow and extends heartfelt condolences to Winters’ family and friends.
  • Section 2: Upon adjournment of the Senate for the day, the Senate adjourns in loving memory and honor of Vinita Winters.
  • Section 3: The Clerk of the Senate is instructed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Senator Jason Howell for presentation.
  • Formal structure: The resolution is a ceremonial, non-legislative adjournment motion rather than a bill imposing legal obligations or policy changes.

Who/what would be affected

  • Legislative body: Kentucky Senate. The immediate effect is a ceremonial adjournment in Winters’ honor.
  • Winters’ family and community receive formal recognition from the Senate.
  • The personal and civic background of Vinita Winters (as outlined in the resolution) is acknowledged publicly.

Procedural/timeline aspects

  • Introduction: March 16, 2026 (Senate).
  • Referral: Committee on Committees (S) on March 16, 2026.
  • Floor action: March 17, 2026 (to Senate Floor).
  • Adoption: April 15, 2026 (adopted by voice vote).
  • Effective action: When the Senate adjourns on the day of adoption, it will adjourn in Winters’ memory (per Section 2).
  • Implementation detail: The Clerk must transmit the resolution to Senator Jason Howell for presentation (Section 3).

Notable details

  • Co-sponsor: Senator Jason Howell.
  • The resolution comprises a brief biography component (birth date, family, faith, community involvement, and family roles) intended to provide context for the tribute, though the operative actions are ceremonial.

Bottom-line

SR 166 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution recognizing the life and contributions of Vinita Winters and directing the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in her memory for the day of adoption. It serves as a formal expression of sympathy and a public acknowledgment of her impact on her family and community.

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

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