A RESOLUTION recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amanda Bledsoe and 1 co-sponsor

Designates Jan 27, 2026 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Kentucky to honor victims and support remembrance and education without new funding or mandates.

adopted by voice vote

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Summary: SR 38 (2026RS) – Recognizing International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Purpose and Intent

SR 38 is a resolution in the Kentucky Senate recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

The resolution aims to honor the victims and survivors of the Holocaust and to reaffirm Kentucky’s commitment to ensuring remembrance, education, and prevention of future genocides.

Key Provisions and Changes

Proclamation of Remembrance: The resolution designates January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Kentucky.

Educational and commemorative emphasis: While not a bill imposing new statutory requirements, the resolution signals support for remembrance efforts, education about the Holocaust, and acknowledgment of its historical significance.

No new funding or regulatory mandates: The resolution does not introduce new state funding, programs, or administrative rules. It serves as a formal recognition by the Senate.

Who or What Would Be Affected

Beneficiaries: The general public in Kentucky, with particular focus on educators, students, Holocaust survivors and their communities, and organizations involved in remembrance and education.

Government and institutions: State government and affiliated bodies are encouraged to observe and participate in remembrance activities, ceremonies, and related educational initiatives.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduction: January 14, 2026.

Committee action: January 14, 2026, assigned to Senate Committee on Committees (S).

Floor consideration: January 16, 2026, proceeded to the Senate Floor.

Adoption: January 27, 2026, adopted by voice vote.

Overall status: The resolution passes without creating enforceable duties or funding obligations; it stands as a formal expression of state appreciation and remembrance.

Additional Context

International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed globally on January 27, commemorating the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau and honoring victims and survivors.

As a resolution, SR 38 reflects the Kentucky Senate’s stance on Holocaust remembrance and education, aligning with broader commemorative and educational goals without altering statutes or budgetary allocations.

If you’d like, I can compare SR 38 to similar resolutions in other states or provide a brief overview of typical activities associated with such designations (e.g., school programs, public ceremonies, and museum or library partnerships).