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Senator Max Wise's Weekly Legislative Update - 13 Feb 1015 Senator Wise details votes he cast in the past week on a variety of issues. Click on headline for complete column with votes and photo(s) Personal Commentary of the writer By Sen. Max Wise (R - KY 16) Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, McCreary, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne Counties FRANKFORT, KY (13 Feb 2015) - The halls were packed this week with visitors to the Capitol - from students and groups from Adair, Campbellsville, Kentucky Christian Academy and Taylor County school systems respectively learning about our government and legislative process, to recognizing the Lindsey Wilson College Women's Soccer team on their 2014 National Championship and Ms. Kassie Miller on her statewide title as "Distinguished Young Woman of the Year" on the Senate floor. It was with a heavy heart that we passed Senate Resolution 35 to honor our community's fallen firefighter, Captain Tony Grider, as I recognized Captain Grider's parents and immediate family, as well as Campbellsville Fire Chief Kyle Smith, Ret. Chief Charlie Shaw, and Campbellsville Mayor Tony Young who were all in attendance. As we welcomed the many visitors, we also worked in committees and on the Senate floor on proposed legislation. In a 30-day "short session" like this year, it's difficult for both chambers to fully consider all the bills that have been filed. However, over the last two weeks, the Senate has taken early action on major legislation, giving the House more time to study those bills. I am blessed to say that my fellow senators put party politics aside to unanimously pass Senate Bill 82, my authored piece of legislation which could help children with cancer. This bill hits close to home as my son, Carter, was diagnosed in 2006 with Stage IV Neuroblastoma cancer. This bill would allow KY residents to donate their income tax returns directly to a newly created pediatric cancer research trust fund by checking a box on the front of their state tax return. I was honored and humbled to receive a standing ovation from those in the Senate chamber upon the passage of SB 82. Of the following pieces of legislation listed, I voted 'yes' in support of each: - Senate Bill 77, passed and, would permit the completion of a medical order for scope of treatment directing medical interventions. The decisions made by individuals for end of life treatment will be available as part of their medical records so that any healthcare provider can have those medical orders to follow regarding treatment wishes.I did however place a 'no' vote on Senate Bill 74 which would create a "shared lottery game" between the lottery corporation and horse racing tracks, wherein a lottery ticket could be purchased as a pari-mutuel wager in order to promote Kentucky's Thoroughbred industry through the lottery. All of these bills now move to the House for their consideration. If you have any questions or comments about the issues or any other public policy issue, please call me toll-free at 1-800-372-7181. You can also review the Legislature's work online at www.lrc.ky.gov. Note: Senator Max Wise (R-Campbellsville) represents the 16th District which encompasses Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, McCreary, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne Counties. Senator Wise serves as Chair of the Senate Enrollment Committee; Vice Chair of Education Committee; and a member of Appropriations and Revenue Committee;; Economic Development, Tourism and Labor Committee; Health and Welfare Committee; and Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection Committee. He also serves as chair of the Budget Review Subcommittee on Transportation and member of Budget Review Subcommittee on Education, NR, and EP. This story was posted on 2015-02-14 02:21:27
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