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Kentucky Senate honors Dr. Samantha Shaver with resolution recognizing dental leadership
Summary
The Senate adopted Senate Resolution 71 honoring Dr. Samantha Shaver for decades of service and leadership in Kentucky dentistry; the resolution notes her roles and contributions and passed by voice vote Feb. 4, 2026.
The Kentucky Senate on Feb. 4 adopted Senate Resolution 71 honoring Dr. Samantha Shaver for her service as current president of the Kentucky Dental Association and for decades of leadership in organized dentistry.
The clerk read the resolution in full, which details Dr. Shaver's education and leadership roles — including a bachelor’s degree from Kentucky Wesleyan College, a dental degree from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, and service as a delegate to the American Dental Association. The resolution recognizes her commitment to mentorship, professional ethics and access to oral health care across Kentucky.
Senator Julie Rocky Adams joined the floor presentation and the chamber moved for adoption. The presiding officer called the vote by voice; the clerk recorded "Aye" and announced, "The ayes have it," and the resolution was adopted.
The resolution is ceremonial and expresses the Senate’s thanks and recognition; it contains no statutory language or funding directive.
