Kentucky 2022 Regular Session

Kentucky Senate Bill SR227

Introduced
3/17/22  
Refer
3/17/22  

Caption

A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Diana Frazier Berry to the Education Professional Standards Board.

Impact

The confirmation of Diana Frazier Berry to the Education Professional Standards Board is significant as it reflects the state's approach to educational governance and oversight of professional standards within the education sector. As an appointee representing members of local boards of education, her role will likely involve contributing to the development and enforcement of standards that educators must adhere to across Kentucky's educational institutions.

Summary

SR227 is a resolution confirming the appointment of Diana Frazier Berry to the Education Professional Standards Board. This appointment follows a decision made by Governor Andy Beshear on September 7, 2021, in accordance with KRS 161.028. The resolution specifies that her term will expire on June 30, 2023, and it is necessary for the Senate to confirm this appointment.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SR227 appears to be positive, as it was passed unanimously, with 36 yeas and no nays during its third reading in the Senate on April 14, 2022. This level of support indicates a consensus among legislators regarding the qualifications of the appointee and the importance of her contribution to the board.

Contention

While SR227 is primarily a confirmation resolution and thus does not face the same levels of opposition or debate that substantive legislative proposals might encounter, the underlying context of such appointments can occasionally bring about discussions on educational policy, qualifications, and representation. Nonetheless, in this instance, there do not appear to be any notable points of contention linked directly to the resolution.

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