Kentucky resolution urges a task force to study father involvement

The resolution encourages the Legislative Research Commission to establish a task force to study fatherhood and recommend ways to strengthen families and improve outcomes for children. The task force would study father involvement and father absence in Kentucky, including effects on children, families, and communities.

The resolution recommends who would serve on the task force and encourages it to meet and report its findings and recommendations. Recommended members include lawmakers from both parties, state agency leaders, and four community members, including a father with relevant lived experience. The task force is encouraged to meet at least monthly during the 2026 Interim and submit findings and recommendations to the Legislative Research Commission by December 1, 2026.