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SR 199

A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Alisha Clemons to the Board of Nursing.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky Senate unanimously confirms Alisha Clemons's appointment to the Board of Nursing, granting her regulatory authority over state nursing standards and licensure.

adopted 38-0
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Bill Summary · SR 199

Legislative bill overview

SR 199 is a Senate resolution that confirms the appointment of Alisha Clemons to the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The resolution passed unanimously in the Kentucky Senate on March 28, 2025, following a brief committee review process.

Why is this important

Board of Nursing appointments carry real-world significance as board members establish nursing regulations, licensing standards, and disciplinary procedures that affect thousands of healthcare professionals and patient safety across the state. The unanimous confirmation suggests legislative confidence in Clemons's qualifications and experience.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: Resolutions of this type typically receive minimal legislative debate, meaning the public record may contain little detail about Clemons's background, qualifications, or any concerns raised during vetting
  • Consent calendar procedures: The bill's placement on the Consent Orders of the Day streamlines passage but allows limited opportunity for individual senators to raise objections or request substantive discussion
  • Board composition considerations: Without access to broader documentation, there's no clear indication of what demographic, geographic, or professional representation this appointment provides to the board

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

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