Senate Democrats elect new leadership team ahead of 2019 session
Kentucky Senate Democrats held leadership elections on Wednesday to elect their leadership team for the 2019-2020 biennium. The leadership team for the Senate Democratic caucus…
2019 General Assembly
Kentucky Chamber to travel the state and discuss key issues ahead of 2019 session
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce leaders will be traveling the state to present the 2019 Legislative Agenda, containing the top priorities of the business community. The…
Kentucky Senate Majority Leader discusses election results, Supreme Court rulings on priority bills, and issues he expects to see in the 2019 session
In an interview with The Bottom Line, Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer explained the impact of the 2018 elections on the coming year’s legislative…
Lawmakers hear testimony from business community on importance of infrastructure investment and data privacy
In legislative meetings on Thursday, the issues of privacy and the need for increased investment in infrastructure were highlighted by leaders in the business community…
Kentucky lawmakers and political commentators to preview 2019 session at Chamber conference
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is set to bring experts together to discuss what Kentuckians can expect from the upcoming legislative session at the 2019…
Gov. Bevin says more money must be generated for road funding as infrastructure needs become dire
During a community forum in October, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin said the issue of a shortage of road funding is not going away and stated…
Elections 2018: Republicans keep large majority in state House, Barr will return to Congress after 2018 general election
Many close results on Tuesday evening provided for an interesting election night. In the end, Republicans will retain control of the state House and even…
Legislators discuss budget estimates, bank taxes, and bail reform in interim meetings
On Thursday, lawmakers traveled to northern Kentucky to hold interim committee meetings at Northern Kentucky University in coordination with the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce….
Experts detail keys to success and revenue estimates for sports wagering in meeting with Kentucky lawmakers
After a decision by the United States Supreme Court in May opening the door for states to allow bets on sporting events, lawmakers are hearing…
Change in gas tax and road funding formula must be done in order to fix potholes, bridges, and other road issues, Rep. Santoro explains
As Kentucky struggles to maintain roads and bridges in its 120 counties and faces a decrease in funding from the federal government, House Budget Review…