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KY SR173
Resolution
Status
3/31/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lindsey Tichenor
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AI Summary
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Kentucky Senate resolution affirming the value of traditional marriage and father's leadership in the home, citing benefits for children's mental, academic, behavioral, emotional, social, and economic well-being
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Cites statistics on father involvement correlating with improved outcomes: 43% more likely to earn A's, 25% higher college enrollment, 80% lower likelihood of jail time, and poverty rates of 11% versus 47.6% in single-parent female-headed households
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Cites statistics on father absence correlating with negative outcomes: 71% increased likelihood of dropping out, 2-3 times greater risk of teen pregnancy and incarceration, 5 times higher suicide attempts, and 63-75% of substance abuse treatment cases
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Honors Eunice Ray (President of First Principles Press) and Dr. Linda Jeffrey (Director of Research at First Principles Press) for their work continuing the legacy of Colonel Ronald Ray in promoting family values
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Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Senator Lindsey Tichenor for delivery
Legislative Description
A RESOLUTION declaring the Kentucky Senate's acknowledgment and recognition of the value of fatherhood and its impact on building a strong secure society, and honoring the work of Eunice Ray and Dr. Linda Jeffrey.
Commendations and Recognitions
Last Action
adopted by voice vote
3/31/2026