Bill filed to allow judges to temporarily take guns from those at risk of harming themselves or others
Senator Whitney Westerfield filed the bill, which is often called a “red flag” law.
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Two legislators file bill to undo last year’s anti-trans law
The Democratic reps from Louisville and Lexington filed HB 376.
Shawn Fain, myth buster
Once and for all, Shawn Fain of the UAW had laid waste to a long-time myth about Donald Trump.
“The energy was unbelievable” – UAW endorses Biden
Both Biden and UAW president Shawn Fain received multiple standing ovations at the event.
Under Republican bill, voters would elect Kentucky Board of Education members in partisan races
Voters would choose Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) members in partisan elections under a bill filed last week by Republican Senate Majority Whip Mike Wilson of Bowling Green.
First Opioid Abatement Settlement Commission meeting under new leader draws big crowd, largely to support ibogaine study
The new director didn’t want to get into ibogaine at his first meeting – but the audience did.
SOS Adams opposes bill to eliminate early voting
A Republican from Northern Kentucky wants to get rid of early voting. The Secretary of State thinks it is a really bad idea.
Democratic Senator’s bill ending tax on diapers earns bipartisan cheers
Sen. Cassie Chambers Armstrong is gathering bipartisan support for a bill to remove sales taxes on diapers.
Lexington lawmaker files three bills he says will improve Kentucky elections
Chad Aull, Dem from Lexington, wants to expand voting hours and do away with straight-ticket voting.
Weddle blames Beshear fundraiser for letting him make illegal political contributions
Governor’s campaign manager disputes London mayor’s account
Paid Family Leave Insurance Act clears committee
Kentucky employers may soon have a new way to offer employees paid family leave.
Bill filed for exceptions to state’s abortion ban
The narrowly-crafted bill has support from some Republicans.
Proposed KY medical cannabis regs removed from legislative committee agenda
The regulations are needed to put in place the system for medical marijuana in the state. The next meeting of the committee is in February.
Some KY GOP party officials defend Jan. 6 rioters, echoing Trump rhetoric
GOP legislative, party leaders say little after central committee approves resolution
Kentucky Senate leader files bill to curb ‘divisive concepts’ in public higher education
Senator Mike Wilson is opposed to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies and programs.
