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A RESOLUTION recognizing and honoring Senator Aaron Reed as the first Navy 1
SEAL to serve in the Kentucky Senate. 2
WHEREAS, the Kentucky Senate takes great pride in acknowledging Senator 3
Aaron Reed, a native of Shelbyville, Kentucky, who has demonstrated exemplary service, 4
discipline, respect, and excellence for his country and Shelby County community; and 5
WHEREAS, established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, the United States 6
Navy Sea, Air, and Land Teams (SEALs) are an elite maritime military force, 7
specializing in unconventional warfare, capable of operating to execute high-risk 8
missions that are vital for national security; and 9
WHEREAS, following the tragic terrorist attacks of the September 11, 2001, the 10
then 24 year-old Aaron Reed answered the call to serve, fighting on the front lines with 11
unwavering courage and dedication; and 12
WHEREAS, throughout his distinguished military career, Senator Aaron Reed was 13
actively engaged in highly specialized and covert operations to combat zones, including 14
Iraq and Afghanistan, conducting hundreds of missions to uphold the values of freedom 15
and democracy; and 16
WHEREAS, Senator Aaron Reed has dedicated over 22 years of service to the 17
United States Navy as a Navy SEAL, attaining the rank of Senior Chief before his 18
retirement in December 2021; and 19
WHEREAS, after retiring from active duty, Senator Aaron Reed continued his 20
commitment to service by becoming a successful entrepreneur, founding and operating 21
local businesses Kodiak Koating and Ops Supply, which have contributed to the 22
economic growth of Shelby County and surrounding communities; and 23
WHEREAS, driven by a passion to serve his fellow Kentuckians, Senator Aaron 24
Reed sought elected office and, in November 2024, was chosen by the people of District 25
7, which includes Anderson, Henry, Shelby, and part of Jefferson County, to represent 26
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WHEREAS, Senator Aaron Reed made history as the first Navy SEAL to serve in 1
the Kentucky Senate, bringing with him a depth of leadership experience and dedication 2
to the principles of honor, courage, and commitment; and 3
WHEREAS, since assuming office in 2025, Senator Aaron Reed has been a 4
dedicated member of the Kentucky Senate, tirelessly advocating for veterans affairs as 5
vice chair of the Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection Committee, as well as 6
contributing his expertise to the Judiciary, Education, and Agriculture Committees; 7
NOW, THEREFORE, 8
Be it resolved by the Senate of the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of 9
Kentucky: 10
Section 1. The Senate hereby recognizes and honors Senator Aaron Reed for his 11
distinguished military service and his legislative service, as the first Navy SEAL elected 12
to the Kentucky Senate. 13
Section 2. The Senate expresses its profound appreciation for Senator Aaron 14
Reed's leadership and experience as a Navy SEAL as he represents the people of 15
Kentucky, and extends its best wishes for his continued success in public service. 16
Section 3. The Clerk of the Senate is directed to transmit a copy of this 17
Resolution to Senator Aaron Reed as a token of gratitude and recognition for his service 18
and excellence. 19