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Introduced March 19, 2026

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A RESOLUTION recognizing that economic development and tourism are interdependent and requesting the Cabinet for Economic Development and the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet to work together to explore further development of the Kentucky state park system.

Urge the Cabinet for Economic Development and the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet to work together to enhance economic development and tourism for Kentucky through the state park system; request the cabinets to present recommendation to the Interim Joint Committee on Economic Development and Workforce Investment.

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This resolution calls on two state government cabinets to collaborate on finding ways to grow and improve Kentucky's state park system as a tool for both tourism and economic development. It asks those cabinets to bring their recommendations to a legislative committee for review. The resolution does not create new law but signals the Senate's support for stronger coordination between these agencies. Who it may affect: Kentucky residents and visitors who use state parks, as well as communities near state parks that may benefit from increased tourism and economic activity.

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Legislative History

Mar 19, 2026 · Senate
Introduced In Senate
Mar 19, 2026 · Senate
To Committee On Committees (S)
Mar 24, 2026 · Senate
To Senate Floor
Apr 1, 2026 · Senate
Adopted By Voice Vote

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Shelley Frommeyer

Senator · Senate District 24

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Phillip Wheeler

Senator · Senate District 31

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Phillip.Wheeler@kylegislature.gov
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Matthew Deneen

Senator · Senate District 10

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matthew.deneen@kylegislature.gov
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Scott Madon

Senator · Senate District 29

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scott.madon@kylegislature.gov
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Matt Nunn

Senator · Senate District 17

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matt.nunn@kylegislature.gov
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Steve Rawlings

Senator · Senate District 11

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steve.rawlings@kylegislature.gov
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Mike Wilson

Senator · Senate District 32

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Mike.Wilson@kylegislature.gov

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