Republicans pick up many seats in state House and state Senate, growing supermajorities
On Tuesday night, Kentucky’s election results showed a huge sweep for Republicans at the state level as they brought their majorities to 75 of 100…
Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Ashli Watts to tour the Commonwealth, discuss key issues ahead of 2021 session
As Kentucky gears up for the 2021 General Assembly, the Kentucky Chamber will be traveling the state to discuss the business community’s top legislative priorities…
Rising unemployment, increased isolation are huge barriers to substance use disorder recovery, says Volunteers of America President/CEO
Recovery is always a difficult process. The COVID-19 pandemic has made things even harder on many individuals and organizations trying to help across the Commonwealth….
Governor commits to dedicating CARES Act funding to Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund as businesses face increased taxes
The current balance of Kentucky’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund is negative $460,207,409 according to Kentucky Labor Cabinet Secretary Larry Roberts, who presented on the…
Matt Jones and Scott Jennings predict Joe Biden likely will be elected president and Democrats will control the U.S. Senate
VIDEO BELOW: Seniors unhappy with the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic at the federal level was one key factor highlighted by political talking heads Scott…
Businesses must recognize the critical opportunity in leading Kentucky’s recovery efforts
Kentucky business, recovery, and corrections leaders gathered virtually Wednesday to hear personal stories of addiction as well as expert discussions about how employers can help…
Beshear recommends strict actions for Kentucky communities with a certain positivity rate
Kentucky counties that reach a certain number of COVID-19 cases are being encouraged by Gov. Andy Beshear to take strong steps to reduce positivity. At…
Head of court system wants Kentuckians to know real steps are being taken to address racial inequities in the criminal justice system
Policies in Kentucky and across the nation are being closely evaluated to address racial inequity. Kentucky’s justice system is no exception. A recent report released…
Senate Majority Caucus announces legislative plans to address ‘mistakes’ in handling of unemployment insurance
In response to recent findings from the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting (KyCIR), Kentucky Senate Republicans announced Wednesday plans to file a bill they claim…
2020 shows incredible value of Kentucky Chamber, outgoing Chair Nick Rowe says
The year 2020 has been difficult for organizations around the country and the world in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Kentucky Chamber…