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August 12, 2022
New judicial commission on mental health launched
Officials have announced the creation of the Kentucky Judicial Commission on Mental Health.
July 15, 2022
Task Force studying EMS challenges begins its work
The first task force meeting provided education on emergency medical services in Kentucky.
July 15, 2022
New laws impacting jails, elections and open meetings go into effect
The new laws went into effect July 14.
June 24, 2022
Testimony sheds light on counties’ expenses for housing pre-adjudicated inmates
Tuesday, staff members from the Department of Corrections testified before the Interim Joint Committee on Local Government to share the fiscal impact of HB 211 from the 2022 legislative session.
May 20, 2022
2022 primary election results for state legislators
Tuesday night was a busy night for both county officials on the primary election ballot and candidates for state office.
April 01, 2022
Lawmakers pass 100+ bills in last two days before veto period begins
It’s now a waiting game as the governor considers any vetoes he might issue through April 12.
March 31, 2022
Big wins for counties in the state budget
The Executive Branch Budget, HB 1, received final passage on Wednesday, March 30.
March 31, 2022
Tax reform bill headed to the Governor
HB 8 received final passage on Tuesday.