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SR 119

A RESOLUTION honoring the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists on the occasion of its 75th anniversary and commending its members for their dedication to improving the health of patients.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Don Douglas and 1 co-sponsor

Kentucky honors ACOG on its 75th anniversary and commends its members for improving patient health and preserving access to obstetric and gynecologic care.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 119

Summary of SR 119 (2026RS) – Kentucky

Overview

  • Type: Senate Resolution (SR)
  • Subject: Honoring the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) on the occasion of its 75th anniversary; commendation of its members for dedication to improving patient health.
  • Sponsor/Co-sponsors: Primary sponsor not listed; co-sponsors are Senators Steve Meredith and Don Douglas.
  • Status: Adopted by voice vote in the Kentucky Senate on April 14, 2026 (Jacketed; action history shows introduction February 25, floor action February 26, passage April 14, 2026).
  • Jurisdiction: Kentucky General Assembly

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize and celebrate ACOG’s 75th anniversary (founded in 1951) and acknowledge its contributions to obstetric and gynecologic care.
  • Commend ACOG members for their dedication to improving patient health, preserving the patient–physician relationship, and protecting access to healthcare.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1: Formal honor of ACOG on its 75th anniversary and commendation of its members for advancing patient health.
  • Section 2: Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to ACOG as an expression of appreciation for its service and leadership.

What Is Affected

  • Entities Recognized: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and its Kentucky members (noting that ACOG represents thousands nationwide and 556 members in Kentucky).
  • Impact Scope: Symbolic and ceremonial; no regulatory, fiscal, or policy changes enacted. It acknowledges and honors contributions rather than creating new duties or funding.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction: February 25, 2026.
  • Committee Action: Referred to Committee on Committees (S) on February 25, 2026.
  • Floor Action: Sent to Senate Floor on February 26, 2026.
  • Adoption: Adopted by voice vote on April 14, 2026.
  • Effective Date: As a resolution, it becomes effective upon adoption; no further implementation steps required.

Impact and Relevance

  • Provides formal statewide recognition of a national medical organization and its Kentucky members.
  • May serve to highlight Kentucky’s support for maternal health, patient–physician relationships, and access to care in a non-binding, commemorative capacity.
  • Could informally reinforce the value placed on obstetric and gynecologic care within Kentucky’s public health and medical communities.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution includes standard drafting elements: a brief factual preamble about ACOG’s history and mission, followed by two operative sections—formal honors and a directive to transmit the resolution to ACOG.

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