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SR 302

A RESOLUTION honoring the service of Thomas Kurtz during the 2026 Regular Session of the General Assembly.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Max Wise

The bill formally recognizes Thomas Kurtz for outstanding contributions as a legislative intern during the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly and sends a copy to his sponsor for presen

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 302

Summary of SR 302 (2026 Regular Session, Kentucky)

Overview

  • Type: Senate Resolution (honorary)
  • Jurisdiction: Kentucky
  • Session: 2026 Regular Session
  • Title: A RESOLUTION honoring the service of Thomas Kurtz during the 2026 Regular Session of the General Assembly
  • Sponsor: Senator Max Wise (co-sponsor)

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution honors and recognizes the contributions and service of Thomas Kurtz, who participated as a legislative intern during the 2026 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly.
  • It acknowledges Kurtz as a gifted scholar and notes his affiliation with the University of Louisville (McConnell Scholars Program and Beta Theta Pi).
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for Kurtz’s intellect, curiosity, and contributions to the legislative process, and wishes him good fortune in future endeavors.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1: Formal recognition by the Senate of Thomas Kurtz for his impressive contributions and exemplary performance as a legislative intern during the 2026 Regular Session. The Senate joins Senator Max Wise in this acknowledgment and offers best wishes for his future.
  • Section 2: Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the Resolution to Senator Max Wise for presentation to Thomas Kurtz.

Who or What Is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiary: Thomas Kurtz (the honoree)
  • Indirect Beneficiaries: Senator Max Wise (recipient of the acknowledgment) and the broader Kentucky General Assembly community, as the resolution publicly recognizes service and contribution.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: Filed in the Senate on April 15, 2026.
  • Referral: Sent to the Committee on Committees (S) on the same date.
  • Adoption: Adopted by voice vote on April 15, 2026, indicating no recorded opposition.
  • Effective Date: Not specified in the text; as a resolution, it typically becomes part of the official record upon passage.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution serves a ceremonial purpose, providing formal recognition rather than creating new laws or fiscal obligations.
  • The official action is limited to acknowledgment and a directive to transmit the resolution to the honoree’s sponsor for presentation.

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