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February 16, 2021
Legislature won't return until next week due to weather
Due to forecasts of continuing inclement weather, the General Assembly has delayed a return to session.
February 12, 2021
Fourth week of the 2021 legislative session sees flurry of activity
Kentucky freezing over did not affect the General Assembly rolling through action this week.
February 10, 2021
KACo supports legislation to protect employers from frivolous COVID-19 lawsuits
Senate Bill 5 protects jobs by offering meaningful protections from frivolous COVID-19 lawsuits that could further harm the economy.
February 05, 2021
Third week of legislative session focused on governor's powers
Legislature overrides governor's vetoes, Beshear files lawsuits to stop implementation of bills.
February 02, 2021
Legislature overrides vetoes
Part two of the Kentucky General Assembly’s 2021 Session kicked off with lawmakers overriding gubernatorial vetoes.
January 29, 2021
Governor Beshear announces four regional vaccine sites
Four regional COVID-19 vaccination sites will open Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 10 a.m., Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday.
January 22, 2021
Legislative leaders address Kentuckians for Better Transportation conference
Lawmakers joined two panel discussions, both focused on the dire need for transportation investment across the Commonwealth. The common theme of both conversations was the likelihood of a gas tax being passed during this legislative session.