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SR 240

A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Jacqueline Colleen Mayfield to the Education Professional Standards Board.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Julie Adams

Senate confirms Jacqueline Colleen Mayfield's reappointment to Kentucky's Education Professional Standards Board overseeing teacher certification and licensing standards.

adopted 38-0
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Bill Summary · SR 240

Legislative bill overview

SR 240 is a Senate resolution confirming the reappointment of Jacqueline Colleen Mayfield to the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) in Kentucky. This is a personnel confirmation measure rather than substantive legislation, requiring Senate approval for her continued service on the board.

Why is this important

The EPSB oversees teacher certification, professional standards, and educator licensing in Kentucky—functions that directly affect educator quality and school accountability. Confirmation resolutions ensure legislative oversight of key board appointments and allow senators to evaluate the appointee's qualifications and record.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information about Mayfield's specific accomplishments, voting record, or performance during her prior tenure on the EPSB
  • No details provided on whether this is a routine reappointment or if there were controversies during her service
  • The resolution includes no stated rationale for why the Senate should confirm her, making it difficult for the public to assess whether this reappointment serves educator and student interests

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

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