January 05, 2021
New phases announced for vaccine rollout
Kentuckians will receive the COVID-19 vaccine in four phases according to an announcement Monday from Gov. Andy Beshear and Dr. Steven Stack, Commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health.
December 28, 2020
Kentuckians Over 70, First Responders and Educators Will Receive Vaccine in Next Phase
Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and Dr. Steven Stack, commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health, said the next priority group (Phase 1b) for vaccination will be Kentuckians who are at least 70 years old, as well as first responders and educators.
December 22, 2020
Additional COVID-19 relief bill headed to President Trump’s desk
After months of negotiation, Congress passed a nearly $900 billion coronavirus relief bill Monday, Dec. 21.
December 21, 2020
Many ways to stay connected to General Assembly action
Lawmakers’ 2021 session begins Jan. 5
December 18, 2020
Legislators, governor provide a look at the 2021 Session
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce held its annual Legislative Preview Day Wednesday. Legislative leaders and governors discussed their perspectives on the upcoming session.
December 17, 2020
Workers’ Compensation Fund wins grant for law enforcement motor vehicle accident prevention curriculum
The KACo Workers’ Compensation Fund recently received an award grant of $2,500 from Safety National’s annual Safety First Grant Program.
December 15, 2020
Historically low interest rates provide opportunity for counties
KACo has helped 11 counties and other entities access the bond markets to meet their capital needs at historically low interest rates.
December 10, 2020
New leadership and committee chairs announced for 2021 legislative session
Senate Republican leadership remains the same, with Democrats electing Reggie Thomas as Caucus Chair. The lone change in House Republican leadership is Steven Rudy, who was chosen by his peers as Floor Leader. House Democrats re-elected their current leadership team.
