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KY SR185
Resolution
Status
4/1/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shelley Frommeyer
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AI Summary
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Kentucky state park system includes over 45 parks and historic sites, 17 resort parks with lodges, and 13 golf courses, employing almost 650 full-time employees plus seasonal staff
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General Assembly has approved over $400 million since 2016 for state park improvements including campground upgrades, utility improvements, and broadband connectivity
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Cabinet for Economic Development and Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet are urged to collaborate on enhancing economic development and tourism within the state park system
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Cabinets must submit recommendations to the Interim Joint Committee on Economic Development and Workforce Investment by November 1, 2026, covering public-private partnerships, ROI data, park privatization options, and real property issues
Legislative Description
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.
State Agencies
Last Action
adopted by voice vote
4/1/2026