Consensus-Driven Child Care Legislation Takes Shape in 2026 Session
New child care legislation introduced during the 2026 session seeks to strengthen Kentucky’s child care system for working families, local communities, and employers. Ahead of…
Legislation Advances University Research with New Funding
This week, Senate President Robert Stivers filed legislation continuing work to strengthen research at Kentucky’s public universities and support long-term economic competitiveness. The legislation would…
Kentucky’s Economy Remains Strong as Workforce Challenges Shape 2026 Outlook
The University of Kentucky’s Center for Business and Economic Research has released the 2026 Kentucky Annual Economic Report. The report outlines where Kentucky’s economy stands…
House Files Initial Budget Bill as Starting Point in State Budget Process
House budget leaders filed House Bill 500 this week, marking the first formal step in the General Assembly’s work on Kentucky’s next two-year state budget….
National Research Institute Highlights Kentucky’s Innovative Approach to Child Care Affordability
A new national report from the Buffett Early Childhood Institute highlights Kentucky’s recent legislative efforts to address child care affordability for working families and support…
House Advances Legislation to Strengthen Workplace Safety
UPDATE: House Bill 306 passed the House on Tuesday, January 27, by a vote of 83-7. The bill moves to the Senate for consideration. At…
EPIC approves plan to balance Kentucky’s electricity growth, affordability and reliability
The following piece was authored by EPIC Executive Director Eric King The Kentucky Energy Planning and Inventory Commission (EPIC) has approved a comprehensive plan to…
Rep. Meredith Discusses House Bill 306, Workplace Safety
With the 2026 session of the Kentucky General Assembly underway, Representative Michael Meredith sat down with The Bottom Line to discuss House Bill 306, aimed…
Leaders Focus on Economic Growth and Workforce at 2026 Kentucky Chamber Day Dinner
Business and civic leaders from across the Commonwealth gathered for the 2026 Kentucky Chamber Day Dinner as the General Assembly kicked off this week. Kentucky…
Governor Andy Beshear Outlines Budget Priorities in 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address
Gov. Andy Beshear delivered his State of the Commonwealth address on Wednesday, highlighting recent progress Kentucky has made while outlining key elements of his proposed…