Senate unveils and passes its version of Kentucky’s next two-year budget
Senate Appropriations and Revenue Chair Chris McDaniel said Wednesday Kentucky has exercised discipline and made difficult decisions on budgets in recent years. And as a…
Legislation seeking to assist untapped talent in Kentucky’s workforce sees movement
Individuals from rural areas, veterans, legal immigrants, Kentuckians with lower levels of literacy, and other underrepresented groups could see increased support to attain meaningful employment…
Kentucky Chamber Announces Young Professional of the Year Award Finalists and Opens Social Media Voting Contest
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce has announced finalists for Young Professional of the Year, a new award to recognize a young professional for their leadership, innovation,…
Economic development blueprint unveiled to spur growth in Kentucky
Kentucky officials unveiled a new blueprint aimed at guiding continued economic development and growth across the state. The “Collaborative Blueprint created by and for Kentucky’s…
Small businesses from across Kentucky highlight policy priorities at state Capitol
Business owners from across the Commonwealth gathered in Frankfort Wednesday for the Kentucky Chamber’s Small Business Day at the Capitol. Lawmakers heard testimony from the…
Mitch McConnell to step down from his role as U.S. Senate Republican Leader in November
Kentucky U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell announced Wednesday he plans to step down from his role as U.S. Senate Republican Leader in November 2024. McConnell is…
UPDATED: Child Care Package Approved by Committee
UPDATED: Maintaining quality child care and preserving Kentucky’s existing workforce are the goals of a proposal passed by the Senate Families and Children Committee Tuesday….
House Passes Bill to Create ‘Certified Child Care Communities’
UPDATED: Strengthening the workforce by expanding access to child care continues to be a push in the Kentucky General Assembly, as House Bill 561 passed…
Supporting working parents is crucial to Kentucky’s future, Rep. Heavrin says
As chair of the House Families and Children Committee, Rep. Samara Heavrin is focused on removing barriers to child care for working Kentucky families during…
2023 Impact Report Highlights Kentucky Chamber Foundation’s Progress to Grow the Commonwealth’s Workforce, Connect Education and Business
The Kentucky Chamber Foundation has released its 2023 Impact Report, which highlights the organization’s comprehensive efforts to advance workforce development across the Commonwealth, prepare students…