The following article was written by the Lexington Herald Leader newspaper...
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The following article was written by the Lexington Herald Leader newspaper...
Hunt's plea includes an agreement
to repay the amount to the Dept. of
Agriculture.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 27, 2025) – Now that a new state law, House Bill 15, has taken effect allowing 15-year-olds to earn their driver’s permits, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is working quickly to implement this exciting change.
The Transportation Cabinet is making system upgrades so a credential can be issued allowing eligible applicants to take the written permit test.
As early as April 2, applicants can start making an appointment with the Kentucky State Police. For individuals who have made an appointment prior to that date, please reschedule with Kentucky State Police to prevent delays.
The new law only allows more time for eligible drivers to hold a permit. State law still requires you to be 16 to obtain a license (intermediate).
For more information about Kentucky’s graduated driver licensing program and requirements to move from permit to intermediate license to full, unrestricted license, click here.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 25, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear has taken additional action by signing 20 bills. The Governor has vetoed 12 additional bills and returned four more bills without a signature.
“We’ve been laser focused on addressing the everyday needs of our Kentucky families and communities, and the 20 bills I signed do just that,” said Gov. Beshear. “For example, we will soon have new state laws that allow us to require a financial literacy course for high school students, that add protections against unemployment fraud and that further safeguard the distribution of opioid settlement funds.”
The Governor’s vetoes protect Kentuckians from unnecessary tolling on the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project and ensure Kentuckians’ access to clean water.
Gov. Beshear signed the following bills, which will become law on their effective dates:
House Bill 15 lowers the age at which Kentucky drivers can obtain instructional permits from 16 to 15 years old.
House Bill 45 strengthens campaign finance regulations.
House Bill 315 prohibits hostile foreign governments from indirectly owning, leasing or otherwise acquiring an interest in agricultural land in the commonwealth.
House Bill 321 addresses issues related to zoning map amendments.
House Bill 342 requires a financial literacy course in high school.
House Bill 422 makes procedural changes for how emergency regulations are administered through the Commonwealth Office of Technology.
House Bill 443 makes Kentucky Highway 80 in Perry, Knot and Floyd counties part of the Hal Rogers Parkway.
House Bill 537 provides clarity regarding the Opioid Abatement Fund. However, Gov. Beshear continues to raise concerns about how House Bill 6 will impact this bill.
House Bill 682 includes cable operators and broadband providers in the definitions of “utility” for reimbursement of costs associated with relocation of their facilities.
House Bill 701 safeguards the rights of Kentuckians to use and mine cryptocurrencies.
Senate Bill 27 requires the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to create and maintain a Kentucky Parkinson’s Disease Research Registry.
Senate Bill 68 makes several changes aligning with Kentucky Academic Standards. Additionally, it will reduce staff time costs at the Kentucky Department of Education.
Senate Bill 69 creates certification through the Kentucky Board of Veterinary Examiners to license qualified candidates to work in animal chiropractic and equine dentistry.
Senate Bill 129 allows governmental, quasi-governmental and nonprofit entities to purchase properties that have been placed in a tax delinquency diversion program.
Senate Bill 145 changes the period of time for which delinquency charges can be collected on vehicle payment installments.
Senate Bill 162 strengthens protections against unemployment fraud.
Senate Bill 179 appropriates $10 million to create the Nuclear Energy Development Grant Program. The measure aligns with the state’s energy strategy and new U.S. Department of Energy priorities.
Senate Bill 202 creates a licensing and regulatory framework for “intoxicating THC infused beverages” within the 3-tier system regulated by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
Senate Bill 237 requires certain out-of-state peace officers, who were previously employed in another state for 10 years, to have passed a physical agility test in the state where they were certified.
Senate Bill 244 establishes the Department of Child Support Services and its offices within the Office of Attorney General’s Department of Law.
Gov. Beshear vetoed the following bills, which consistently encroach on the executive branch’s authority:
House Bill 2 – In the Governor’s veto message, he wrote, “At a time when Kentuckians are hurting because of higher prices at the grocery, the pump and for everyday consumer goods, prioritizing tax breaks for purchasers of gold is out of touch with reality for most people in Kentucky.” Read the veto message.
House Bill 90 restricts access to medical care, places barriers on doctors and undermines their clinical judgement, and threatens the life of pregnant women in Kentucky. In the veto message the Governor wrote, “The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists shares these concerns in urging me to veto House Bill 90 and clearly stating that it does not support this bill, contrary to the testimony before a legislative committee on the bill that misrepresented the organization’s position.” Read the veto message.
House Bill 136 would force the executive branch to breach a contract with a vendor opening the government up to costly litigation funded by taxpayers. Read the veto message.
House Bill 399 criminalizes interference with a legislative proceeding which is already subject to existing laws and is therefore unnecessary. Read the veto message.
House Bill 424 would limit employment protections for educators at Kentucky’s colleges and universities. In the Governor’s veto message, he wrote, “Team Kentucky’s goal should be to attract, recruit and retain the best and brightest minds at Kentucky’s universities and colleges…. House Bill 424 does the opposite.” Read the veto message.
House Bill 546 makes changes to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s Road Plan, and Gov. Beshear used his line-item veto authority to remove language that would have imposed tolls to fund, in part, the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project. In his veto message, he wrote, “In 2019 then-Governor Matt Bevin supported tolls for the Brent Spence Bridge connecting Covington with Cincinnati, which I opposed. Voters in Northern Kentucky soundly rejected tolls in the election that year. The Brent Spence Bridge project has no tolls and neither should the I-69 Ohio River Crossing.” Read the veto message.
House Bill 566 received line-item vetoes because it prevents the Governor from being able to fulfill his duty under the Kentucky Constitution that the laws are faithfully executed by the president of the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation. Among other concerns, the bill gives employees of the corporation the discretion to ignore the Executive Branch Ethics Code and allows the president of the corporation to hire gaming investigators that have police powers but do not have to have any training. In his veto message, the Governor wrote, “[I]t appears there may have been a significant conflict of interest in how the corporation went about drafting the bill.” Read the veto message.
House Bill 684 limits the forms of valid identification that may be used to allow a voter to cast a ballot, making it harder for Kentuckians to participate in the voting process. Read the veto message.
House Bill 694 breaks the promise made to Kentucky teachers in 2010 to fully fund health insurance for retirees by requiring teachers to pay a higher rate much longer than the law calls for. The Governor’s veto message says, “Breaking this promise is unfair to the teachers we rely on to guide our children and the future of the Commonwealth.” Read the veto message.
House Joint Resolution 30 seeks to appropriate funds through a resolution instead of through legislation. Because of that, Gov. Beshear line-item vetoed language to provide more flexibility for completing projects. Read the veto message.
Senate Bill 28 violates the Kentucky Constitution and will lead to the disclosure of confidential information on economic development projects. Read the veto message.
Senate Bill 89 eliminates protections currently in place to prevent pollution of groundwater and flooding of creeks, streams and rivers. Read the veto message.
The bills that were returned without the Governor’s signature:
House Joint Resolution 15 – The Governor’s action aims to show respect to the 79 faith leaders who opposed the resolution. In a letter, the faith leaders wrote, “We believe that this legislation is a misguided effort that will undermine the religious freedom we cherish as people of faith and leaders of faith communities.” In addition, based on actions in other states, the resolution is likely to be the subject of costly litigation funded by taxpayers.
House Bill 241 – The Governor’s action is due to the General Assembly’s contradiction of their own actions and attitudes toward in-person learning. The General Assembly previously mandated that children return to in-person learning during the pandemic, yet now they are promoting all-virtual learning.
Senate Bill 136 – The Governor’s action is due to the General Assembly not providing any funding to support the bill, which will cost taxpayers $500,000. In response, the state will have to ask a vendor to do programming and IT work for free. If a vendor is unable to do so, the Executive Branch will have to delay implementation until the General Assembly approves the needed funding.
Senate Bill 201 – The Governor’s action is due to the requirement that administrative law judges be confirmed by the General Assembly before they can begin their service. There is concern with not having enough administrative law judges and that members of the Senate may practice before these judges.
One more veto day remains before the General Assembly convenes for the last two days of the 2025 regular session, which concludes on Friday, March 28. Click here to read about bills the Governor took action on yesterday.
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 25, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear took action on several pieces of legislation passed by the General Assembly this session, signing 17 bills, vetoing four bills and returning three bills without a signature.
“I will always put our Kentucky families first,” said Gov. Beshear. “I was proud to sign into law several measures that will do just that – increasing opportunity and making our New Kentucky Home a better place to live, learn and do business. The bills that received my veto are bills that harm Kentucky workers or violate our constitution and longstanding laws.”
Gov. Beshear signed the following bills, which will become law on their effective dates:
House Bill 10 allows owners to request that law enforcement immediately remove someone unlawfully occupying property, under certain circumstances. The bill gives clear instructions to property owners on dealing with squatters.
House Bill 30 supports state police, as well as other state and county employees, by ensuring mandated salary increases do not negatively impact the calculation of their final retirement compensation. The bill also requires the Kentucky State Police to increase leave time for retired troopers and commercial vehicle enforcement officers who return to work.
House Bill 38 increases the penalties for those who violate a protective order. That means those who are in danger and seek help from the court will be safer.
House Bill 73 amends a statute to add WeLeadCS, a virtual computer science career academy for Kentucky high school students, to the list of participating employers in the Teachers’ Retirement System.
House Bill 152 relates to a Medicaid supplemental payment program for public ground ambulance providers. The bill helps support public ambulance services which provide life-saving services to many Kentuckians in their time of need.
House Bill 184 supports economic growth by extending an existing regulatory relief program.
House Bill 306 supports job growth by allowing an individual to qualify for licensure as a professional engineer if they have graduated from an accredited fire protection engineering technology program and obtained at least six years of progressive experience.
House Bill 313 establishes June as Kentucky History Month, putting a spotlight on Statehood Day – June 1 – and the runup to our nation’s Independence Day on July 4.
House Bill 415 amends the Kentucky Insurance Code to exempt certain health policies from wider requirements, which makes these policies more flexible and affordable for Kentuckians.
House Bill 605 will expand the number of eligible recipients for the GRANT program. The program ensures communities have the resources needed to leverage federal grants including infrastructure upgrades, creation of recreational facilities, increased child care access and public transportation, among other eligible uses.
House Bill 783 will clarify the rules on the use of temporary motor vehicle tags.
Senate Bill 4 makes the Commonwealth Office of Technology responsible for standards for the use of artificial intelligence systems. The measure creates an Artificial Intelligence Governance Committee to develop standards to manage emerging risks.
Senate Bill 22 allows the Board of Barbering to govern, regulate and license mobile shops.
Senate Bill 100 seeks to create a licensing and regulatory framework for tobacco and vape retailers. The measure will help keep these products from being marketed and sold to minors in the commonwealth. The implementation of this bill will be halted by House Bill 6 if passed over the Governor’s veto.
Senate Bill 120 protects children from child abuse by requiring coaches and others surrounding kids to report abuse, neglect or other concerns. Under state law it’s everyone’s legal obligation to report child abuse.
Senate Bill 133 allows certain amateur boxing and wrestling competitions to charge admission without having to be licensed by the Boxing and Wrestling Commission.
Senate Bill 169 protects children from child abuse by adding internet service providers, social networking companies, mobile payment services and cloud storage services to the list of those subject to subpoena in investigations of exploitation and internet crimes against children.
Gov. Beshear vetoed the following bills:
House Bill 6 violates the Kentucky Constitution by giving the Legislative Branch and its employees a veto of administrative regulations issued by the Executive Branch. In the Governor’s veto message he wrote, “The Kentucky Supreme Court ruled more than 40 years ago that the General Assembly cannot interfere with the Executive Branch’s authority to file regulations to carry out the law.”
If overridden and not enjoined by a court, House Bill 6 will prevent the implementation of numerous bills passed this session. Read the veto message.
House Bill 398 abandons Kentucky’s longstanding policies that protect Kentucky workers. The bill would make Kentuckians less safe in the workplace and hand over much of the authority to regulate, investigate and enforce Kentucky workplace safety and health standards to the federal government. For example, Kentucky workers would lose important safeguards related to fall protection, exposure to toxic and hazardous materials, high voltage electrical lines and bulk hazardous liquid unloading.
In the Governor’s veto message he wrote, “House Bill 398 will lead to more workplace injuries, with Kentucky workers paying the price.”
Senate Bill 65 is another instance of legislative overreach that violates the Kentucky Constitution. The bill would void and nullify administrative regulations filed by Executive Branch agencies, including three that were before a subcommittee for informational review only. Read the veto message.
Senate Bill 84 was vetoed because the bill violates the separation of powers. It prohibits courts from deferring to a state agency’s interpretation of any statute, administrative regulation or order. The Governor wrote in his veto message, “The Judicial Branch is the only branch with the power and duty to decide these questions.”
The bills that were returned without the Governor’s signature are:
House Bill 137 clarifies that the state can use any method approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for air quality monitoring. The concern with the bill is that it leaves the state dependent on the EPA methods.
House Bill 196 establishes the required number of certified emergency medical and mine emergency technicians (METs) at underground coal mines. The measure will reduce from two to one the number of METs required for small mine operators of 10 or fewer employees. However, it adds one additional MET for underground mines with over 50 workers and each additional 50 employees. The Governor said the bill was a “mixed bag,” as it reduces technicians at small mines, but increases them at larger mines.
Senate Bill 63 adds a statute allowing special purpose vehicles equipped with the required street-legal features to drive on state roadways after being registered and insured. The bill, which passed with little opposition, does add additional safety requirements for the vehicles. The Governor said the main concern with the bill is the safety of Kentuckians, especially children riding in ATVs, UTVs, mini-trucks and certain military vehicles on roadways. There is also a nearly $500,000 cost to implement the bill as the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet would be required to add additional licensing and enforcement staff and technology upgrades.
Two more veto days remain before the General Assembly convenes for the last two days of the 2025 regular session, which concludes on Friday, March 30.
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A Campbellsville man was arrested by Hodgenville police for DUI 4th or greater offense and drug related charges ...
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CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. (March 10, 2025) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers responded to a two-vehicle injury collision at the intersection of Meader Street and Handley Avenue in Taylor County, located in the city limits of Campbellsville, on March 9, 2025, at 4:13 P.M. EST.
The preliminary investigation revealed that Howard Poling, 78, of Campbellsville, was traveling east on Handley Avenue in a 2003 Ford Expedition when he attempted to cross Meader Street to continue east on Coakley Street. Mr. Poling failed to see a moped traveling north on Meader Street, operated by Johnny Dickens, 55, of Campbellsville, colliding with it.
Johnny Dickens was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Taylor County Coroner. Howard Poling was not injured during the collision.
Howard Poling was arrested and charged with Vehicular Homicide, DUI 1st Offense (Aggravated Circumstances), Possession of an Open Alcohol Beverage Container in a Motor Vehicle and other traffic offenses. Mr. Poling was lodged in the Taylor County Detention Center.
KSP Post 15 Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Campbellsville Police Department, Taylor County Sheriff's Office, Campbellsville Fire Department and the Taylor County Coroner’s Office. Senior Trooper Dean Lunz is investigating the collision.
GREENSBURG, Ky. (March 8, 2025) - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Detectives have charged a Green County man for possession of child sexual abuse material after the execution of a search warrant.
KSP Post 15 Detectives received information from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) in Florida of a person electronically attempting to gain possession of possible child sexual abuse material in their jurisdiction. CCSO traced the IP address to an address in Green County, Kentucky. With knowledge of this information, KSP Post 15 Detectives obtained and executed a search warrant at a residence on Columbia Highway in Green County. A search of the electronic devices revealed that Ian Douglas, 35, of Greensburg, was in possession of sexually explicit images and videos of children. Detectives also located marijuana and drug paraphernalia during the search of the residence.
On March 5, 2025, Ian Douglas was arrested and charged with 20 counts of Possessing Matter Portraying Sexual Performance by a Minor Over the Age of 12 but Less Than 18. Mr. Douglas was also charged with Trafficking in Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Mr. Douglas was lodged in the Taylor County Detention Center. The investigation continues and is being led by Detective James Ford.
We’re in the home stretch, but plenty of work remains to be done. With just four legislative days before the veto period, things are moving quickly. Bills are being debated, final votes are happening, and we’re working hard to pass legislation that will impact Kentucky families, businesses, and communities. The next few legislative days will be fast-paced and decisive, and I want to keep you informed as we make the final push.
At this point in the session, we’ve shifted our focus to hearing a large batch of House bills in committee and on the Senate floor. Just as the House is working through Senate bills, we’re carefully reviewing their legislation to ensure it aligns with the priorities of Kentuckians.
This week also brought a great reminder of why this work matters, as students from across the state visited the Capitol for Kentucky Youth Advocacy Week. It’s always inspiring to see young Kentuckians engage in the legislative process and share their vision for the future.
The Senate passed Senate Bill (SB) 3 this week and sent it to the state House of Representatives where a House committee quickly approved it. Designated a priority, the bill will make sure Kentucky's name image and likeness laws are modern and reflect the upcoming federal court ruling. It aligns with federal standards and will allow Kentucky universities to participate in direct compensation agreements. Notably, the bill prevents exploitation of our student athletes.
SB 3 is a game-changer. It equips our universities with the tools to adapt to the shifting NIL landscape while protecting student-athletes and expanding their opportunities. This legislation is about fairness, preparation, and ensuring Kentucky continues to lead nationally. With NIL reforms on the horizon, we are positioning our programs for success and ensuring our student-athletes have every opportunity to thrive. I expect to see its final passage early next week which would deliver the bill to the Governor’s desk for consideration.
Below are several other bills that passed the Senate this week that the Kentucky state House of Representatives may now take up.
Bills include additional priority legislation, such as SB 1, which establishes the Kentucky Film Office within the Cabinet for Economic Development to attract more film and television productions to the commonwealth. The office will serve as a central hub for filmmakers and coordinate with local film commissions and tourism agencies to streamline permits, incentives, and workforce development while marketing Kentucky as a premier filming destination. The bill also creates the Kentucky Film Leadership Council to oversee tax incentives and set industry policies to ensure efficient and responsible growth. Funded through state allocations, application fees, and a portion of the bed tax, the office will work to bring more productions to Kentucky and create jobs and economic opportunities for local businesses. Supporters say the bill will help Kentucky compete with other states by simplifying the filming process and ensuring tax incentives are administered effectively, which benefits a range of workers from construction crews and electricians to small business owners.
SB 6, priority legislation, improves transparency in Kentucky’s education funding by ensuring that the full cost of public education is accurately reported. The bill requires the Support Education Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) funding model to include state-paid fringe benefits—such as teacher pensions and health insurance—in per-pupil funding calculations. Currently, these costs are not factored into state education funding reports, which leaves an incomplete picture of total taxpayer investment. SB 6 does not change how schools receive funding but provides a more accurate representation of the state’s financial commitment to public education. The bill’s reporting changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
SB 7, the Right of Publicity Act, another priority bill, prohibits the unauthorized commercial use of unclothed images of individuals, living or deceased, in Kentucky. It allows legal action for misuse, exempts cloud and internet service providers, and preserves First Amendment protections for journalism, art, and entertainment.
SB 9, the final bill getting priority designation that was approved this week, strengthens the Kentucky Teachers’ Retirement System by standardizing sick leave policies, capping pensionable sick leave at 12 days per year, and requiring districts to cover the costs of additional leave. It also mandates 30 days of maternity leave by 2030, ensures TRS reports sick leave liabilities, and allows state audits for oversight. The bill aligns administrator leave policies with teacher leave policies to improve pension sustainability and fairness.
SB 63 allows street-legal special-purpose vehicles on certain public roads under safety and registration conditions. It prohibits use on interstates and parkways, requires inspections, and exempts farm-use vehicles from registration.
SB 68 reduces school administrative burdens by eliminating certain reporting requirements, clarifying school board tax authority, expanding career and technical education, and repealing outdated statutes.
SB 93 requires private insurers, Medicaid, KCHIP, state employee, and university health plans to cover hearing aids and services for children starting Jan. 1, 2026. It mandates at least one hearing aid per ear with a $2,500 minimum per device, consults the Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing on coverage levels, adjusts cost-sharing for higher-priced devices, and sets network adequacy standards for pediatric audiologists.
SB 130 creates new criminal offenses for gift card fraud to make it a Class D felony to tamper with or steal gift cards. It defines "face value" for prosecution and strengthens law enforcement tools to combat financial fraud.
SB 132 protects medical professionals’ rights to decline participation in procedures that violate their conscience. It prohibits retaliation, ensures professionals can access complaints filed against them, and includes an emergency clause for immediate effect.
SB 144 bans the resale of firearms used in homicides and requires their destruction within 90 days of a court order. It also allows the Kentucky State Police to destroy unsafe, defaced, or contaminated firearms to prevent them from re-entering circulation.
SB 136 modernizes Kentucky's vehicle registration and licensing processes by streamlining KAVIS, ensuring consistent insurance valuations for totaled vehicles, and expanding REAL ID eligibility for Freely Associated States citizens.
SB 153 sets standards for prepayment claims review in Medicaid to prevent improper payments, increase oversight, and reduce fraud. It requires compliance with state regulations and, if necessary, federal approval.
SB 183 requires proxy advisers working with state retirement systems to prioritize financial outcomes over environment, social and governance (ESG) activism, mandates economic analysis for certain shareholder votes, and reduces reliance on politically motivated investment decisions.
SB 202 regulates cannabis-infused beverages to protect consumers and establish oversight under the Kentucky Department of Alcohol Beverage Control. It limits products to 5 mg per serving, requires a University of Kentucky Cannabis Center report by Nov. 1, and allows existing inventory exceeding the new limits to be sold until May 1.
SB 207 creates a waiver process for public schools to implement innovation strategies. This process allows them to tailor academic offerings, expand programs, and apply for state-approved flexibilities while maintaining oversight.
SB 218 improves financial transparency by directing the Kentucky Department of Revenue to create an online hub for local government spending and tax information. It requires public access by 2026.
SB 237 exempts experienced out-of-state law enforcement officers from Kentucky’s physical agility test for peace officer certification, easing recruitment while maintaining professional standards.
SB 266 allows Kentucky State Police troopers to take off-duty law enforcement jobs with commissioner approval and department regulations to prevent conflicts of interest. It also permits state-owned vehicles with regular plates and sets policies on uniforms, equipment, and facilities.
Several House measures were delivered to the Governor’s desk.
House Bill (HB) 191 expands eligibility for burial in Kentucky state veterans' cemeteries to certain National Guard and Reserve members and their families to align with federal standards. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2026.
HB 216 allows Department of Agriculture employees (excluding Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy staff) to apply for funds, awards, or contracts from the office. It includes an emergency provision.
HB 219 requires emergency medical providers to receive sexual assault emergency response training but does not mandate certification.
HB 234 expands Kentucky Office of Homeland Security grants to airport security personnel. It directs firearm sale funds toward protective gear and technology to enhance safety and policing.
HB 261 permits retired CPAs to provide unpaid services such as tax preparation and nonprofit board participation without forfeiting their CPA license.
HB 262 allows small CPA firms to retain the name of a deceased or retired owner.
HB 391 increases the threshold for selling pure Kentucky honey without regulatory permits from 150 to 500 gallons to support small-scale beekeepers.
House Concurrent Resolution 20 directs the Legislative Research Commission to study access to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) in Kentucky, with training led by the state’s Sexual Assault Response Team Advisory Committee.
HB 241 passed out of the Senate but with revisions, so it will move to a conference committee before it can be delivered to the Governor’s desk. The bill provides school districts relief from excessive closures by granting up to five additional non-traditional instruction days, allowing extended school days, and waiving certain instructional day requirements. It also prevents KDE from limiting virtual program enrollment.
Once we wrap these final legislative days, we’ll enter the veto period to give the Governor time to review the bills we’ve sent to his desk. He can sign them into law, let them take effect without his signature, or issue a veto. When we return for the remaining two days of session, the legislature can, and will, override any vetoes with a majority vote in both chambers. If history tells us anything, we can expect the Governor to veto numerous good pieces of legislation that reflect our Kentucky values. We will add several new bills to his record of more than 100 gubernatorial vetoes that have been overridden. It’ll be interesting to see which bills he chooses to veto and which he may disagree with, but will quietly let become law without his signature of support.
Thank you for allowing me to serve you in the Kentucky Senate. Please get in touch with my office at 502-564-2450 or Max.Wise@kylegislature.gov if you have any questions, concerns, or ideas.
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Sen. Max Wise, R-Campbellsville, represents the 16th Senate District, including Adair, Allen, Metcalfe, Monroe, and Taylor Counties and eastern Warren County. Wise serves as Senate majority floor leader. He is a member of the Senate Committees on Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor; Education; and Families and Children. As part of Senate leadership, Wise also serves on the Legislative Research Commission, the Rules Committee, and the Committee on Committees. He co-chaired the Workforce Attraction and Retention Task Force during the 2024 Interim.
The body was identified Tuesday by the Taylor County Coroner’s Office as Nathan Hammond, 17, of Oldham County.
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