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February 10, 2023
Opioid settlement resources from Johns Hopkins
To guide jurisdictions in the use of these opioid settlement dollars, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health developed the Principles for the Use of Funds From the Opioid Litigation .
February 09, 2023
Income tax legislation gains Senate approval
The Senate on Wednesday approved legislation to reduce the state’s income tax rate after supporters and opponents shared impassioned speeches on the chamber floor.
February 03, 2023
2022-23 County Insurance Premium Tax Rates
Insurance premium taxes are one of the top three revenue sources for Kentucky counties.
February 01, 2023
Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission awards $10.5 million for diversion pilot project
Program will allow conditional dismissal for qualifying individuals struggling with substance use disorder
February 01, 2023
Watch: NACo webinar recording about the Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund
Recently, NACo hosted a webinar for membership about the Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund (LATCF), including information about how these funds can be spent, the application process and reporting requirements.
January 27, 2023
Notices going out to Kentucky counties about additional opioid settlement funds
New settlements bring Kentucky’s total opioid settlement dollars to more than $842 million.
January 27, 2023
Courthouse by day, country stage by night
Elliott County Attorney John D. Lewis is also a banjo-picking musician
January 27, 2023
Communication is vital to help employees following return to work
Here are some recommended topics from Zywave to discuss with workers who are transitioning back to work following an injury.