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SR 57

A RESOLUTION honoring Father Patrick McDowell on the occasion of his ordination into the priesthood.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jimmy Higdon

The bill formally recognizes and congratulates Father Patrick McDowell on his ordination as a priest and notes his background and planned service.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 57

Summary of SR 57 (2026RS) – Kentucky

Purpose and intent

  • SR 57 is a Senate resolution honoring an individual, Father Patrick McDowell, on the occasion of his ordination into the priesthood.
  • The measure recognizes his background, education, and forthcoming service as an associate pastor, and communicates the Senate’s congratulations and acknowledgment of his ordination.

Key provisions and changes

  • Declares appreciation and recognition from the Kentucky Senate for Father Patrick McDowell.
  • Documents biographical details and notable milestones related to his path to priesthood, including:
    • Home parish: Basilica of St. Joseph Proto-Cathedral in Bardstown, KY.
    • Early education: St. Joseph School and Bethlehem High School in Bardstown.
    • Seminary studies: Theological College at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.
    • Personal experience: Traveled to Italy to observe the conclave process and witness the announcement of the pope.
    • Ordination date: May 31, 2025, at the Cathedral of the Assumption in Louisville.
    • Planned assignment: Associate pastor at St. James Catholic Church in Elizabethtown, KY.
  • Section 2 directs the Senate Clerk to transmit a copy of the resolution to Senator Jimmy Higdon for delivery.

Who is affected

  • Not a regulatory or statutory change; primarily a ceremonial acknowledgment.
  • The primary “beneficiaries” are Father Patrick McDowell and, by extension, the Catholic community in Kentucky that recognizes his ordination.
  • No operational or financial impacts on state government are described beyond the formal recognition.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and passage timeline:
    • Introduced in the Senate on January 23, 2026.
    • Referred to the Committee on Committees (S) on January 23, 2026.
    • Brought to the Senate floor on January 27, 2026.
    • Adopted by voice vote on February 25, 2026.
  • Effective date: As a resolution, it becomes official upon adoption; there are no regulatory or fiscal provisions requiring implementation.

Notes

  • The resolution is brief and ceremonial, focusing on personal background, education, and ordination milestone.
  • It serves as a formal record of recognition within the Kentucky General Assembly.

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

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