Criminal justice bills focused on expungement and probation move to Senate
Probation Credits A bill that would incentivize people to get back on track while on probation passed through the House with a 91-0 vote on…
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Key Kentucky groups call on legislature and governor to increase transportation funding
With a pressing need for improvements to roads and bridges across Kentucky, three groups representing the state’s business community, cities, and counties released a statement…
Kentucky hears from other states on transportation funding model based on miles driven as long-term solutions are considered
In legislative meetings on Monday, lawmakers and other state officials heard about the struggles of Kentucky’s Road Fund and potential solutions used in other states…
Kentucky’s opioid crisis is the focus of new Kentucky Chamber Workforce initiative
New Report Details Toll on Families, Communities, Employers Kentucky’s business community has become acutely aware in recent years that the state’s opioid epidemic is more…
Rep. Jason Nemes says votes are close for pension special session, discusses marijuana legalization and other top priorities
In an interview with The Bottom Line on Thursday, Rep. Jason Nemes of Louisville said the House is very close to having the votes to…
Bill strengthening Kentucky’s driving under the influence laws passes House
Legislation to update state policies dealing with driving under the influence passed through the House on Thursday. It was then sent back to the Senate…
Driving under the influence policy to increase penalties passes through committee
In its second committee hearing, legislation to update state policies dealing with driving under the influence passed through the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. Senate…
Warren Buffett warns companies to avoid states with unfunded pension plans as Kentucky struggles with pension debt
In an interview with CNBC on Monday, billionaire businessman Warren Buffet warned companies looking to relocate of the dangers of unfunded pension liabilities when choosing…
Bill making changes to Kentucky’s unemployment insurance program passes through committee
Legislation seeking to make changes to the state’s unemployment insurance and make Kentucky more competitive with surrounding states passed through the House Small Business and…
Legalization of sports wagering clears first legislative hurdle
Legislation that would legalize wagering on sporting events, internet poker, and fantasy sports contests passed through the House Licensing and Occupations Committee with a committee…