New report looks at Kentucky education progress, challenges
FRANKFORT, Ky. – A new report from the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence provides an overview of education developments…
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Issues arise over governor’s actions on Workers Compensation Nominating Commission
After Gov. Matt Bevin used his executive authority in May to abolish the Workers’ Compensation Nominating Commission at a time when there were six vacancies…
Congress adopts Kentucky Chamber-backed chemical safety bill
After years of effort, Congress adopted changes to the 1976 Toxic Substances Control Act on Tuesday, and the bill now heads to the president who…
Kentucky Chamber’s efforts saved businesses $460 million a year
The Kentucky Chamber’s advocacy during the 2016 session of the Kentucky General Assembly saved Kentucky businesses an estimated $460 million a year. Here’s a breakdown…
Road Fund shortage will mean state transportation projects put on hold
During Tuesday’s Interim Joint Committee on Transportation meeting, Transportation Cabinet officials told legislators that for the first time in recent history, the state faces a…
Gov. Bevin unveils Dual Credit Scholarship Program
Gov. Matt Bevin was in Russell County on Wednesday to announce a program that will allow every high school senior to be eligible for dual credit scholarships. Surrounded by…
Senate President Stivers presented with Chamber MVP Award
On Wednesday, Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Dave Adkisson presented Senate President Robert Stivers of Manchester with the Chamber MVP Award. President Stivers was among…
Legislative Report Card: How your state Senator voted
Each year, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce monitors a number of pieces of legislation important to the business community and grades legislators based on their…
Legislative Report Card: How your state House member voted
Each year, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce monitors a number of pieces of legislation important to the business community and grades legislators based on their…
Obama administration publishes final overtime rule, Kentucky Chamber urges action by Congress
The Obama administration has finalized a new overtime rule for workers that increases the threshold by which an employee is exempt from being paid overtime. …