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SR 11

A RESOLUTION honoring Kenny McPeek for becoming the first trainer to win the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby in the same year since 1952.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky Senate honors trainer Kenny McPeek for becoming first to win Kentucky Derby and Oaks in same year since 1952.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 11

Legislative bill overview

SR 11 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Kenny McPeek, a thoroughbred horse racing trainer who achieved the historic feat of winning both the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby in the same calendar year—the first trainer to do so since 1952. The resolution was adopted by voice vote in the Kentucky Senate in March 2025.

Why is this important

This resolution recognizes a significant achievement in Kentucky's signature sporting and cultural tradition. The Kentucky Derby and Oaks are among the most prestigious horse racing events in the world, and winning both in a single year represents extraordinary skill and accomplishment in the sport that carries substantial economic and cultural importance to the Commonwealth.

Potential points of contention

  • Ceremonial vs. substantive use of legislative time: Some may question whether symbolic resolutions are an appropriate use of legislative session time and resources compared to policy-focused bills
  • Selective recognition: Questions about criteria for which achievements warrant legislative recognition and potential concerns about fairness or favoritism in honoring individuals
  • Limited practical impact: As a resolution rather than legislation, it creates no binding policy changes or direct public benefit beyond symbolic recognition

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

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