Kentucky’s legal liability climate leading to higher costs for everyone, lawmakers say
With Kentucky continuing to rank among the worst in the country in terms of legal liability climate, legal liability reforms are at the forefront of…
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Annual Meeting keynote speaker Arthur Brooks highlights a desire to shift division in country to a better way to connect with others
As America sees an increasing amount of political disagreement and a contemptuous national dialogue, American Enterprise Institute President Arthur Brooks wants to see compassion and…
House Licensing and Occupations Chair says sports wagering could bring much needed revenue and jobs to Kentucky
After a decision by the United States Supreme Court in May opening the door for states to allow bets on sporting events, House Licensing and…
“Dreamland” author says not one simple fix exists for the opioid crisis, many different things must be done at once
As the scourge of opioids and heroin continue to cause struggle and heartache in Kentucky and across the nation, the author of an award-winning book…
Workers’ compensation legislation results in significant savings for employers
Earlier this week, the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) filed advisory loss cost changes due to the passage of House Bill 2, workers’ compensation…
Workers’ compensation reform bill heads to governor’s desk for signature
Legislation to update the state’s workers’ compensation system to provide better care for injured workers and more affordable workers’ compensation costs for Kentucky businesses passed…
Business community urges legislators to act on important infrastructure funding
On Tuesday, the House Appropriations and Revenue Committee heard testimony on legislation that would generate the funds needed to support the state’s infrastructure needs. House…
Pension reforms expected to pass the Senate Friday morning, Majority Leader Thayer says
Legislation containing reforms to the state’s retirement systems is expected to pass through the state Senate Friday morning, according to a member of their leadership…
Voters should have power to change business and legal liability climates in the state, Sen. Alvarado says
With Kentucky continuing to rank among the worst in the country in terms of legal liability climate, a state Senator and doctor says he trusts…
Rising rates of incarceration and corrections cost will be addressed through new bill, Gov. Matt Bevin says
As the state faces the prospect of a $600 million increased cost to taxpayers and a 19% rise in prison populations over the next decade…