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SR 158

A RESOLUTION honoring former Senator Paul Hornback for receiving the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service Thomas Poe Cooper Farm Leadership Award.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jason Howell

Kentucky Senate honors former Senator Paul Hornback for receiving the University of Kentucky's Thomas Poe Cooper Farm Leadership Award through legislative resolution.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 158

Legislative bill overview

SR 158 is a resolution honoring former Senator Paul Hornback for receiving the Thomas Poe Cooper Farm Leadership Award from the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. The resolution serves as an official legislative recognition of this achievement and was introduced in the Kentucky Senate in March 2026.

Why is this important

Legislative resolutions honoring individuals recognize significant contributions to their fields and communities, creating an official public record of achievement. Such recognitions can raise awareness about agricultural leadership and the work of cooperative extension services in Kentucky.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of resolutions: Some argue legislatures should focus on substantive policy rather than ceremonial honors, though others view recognition as appropriate legislative function
  • Selection criteria: Questions may arise about what achievements merit legislative resolution and whether the process is equitable across different fields and individuals
  • Resource allocation: Critics occasionally question whether legislative time spent on resolutions could be directed toward bills addressing policy issues

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

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