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April 30, 2020
KACo Board holds virtual meeting to discuss COVID-19 strategies and innovative solutions
On April 30, the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACo) held a special-called virtual KACo Board meeting to discuss county efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 27, 2020
CDC guidelines for cloth face coverings and instructions on how to make one
The CDC provides guidance for using cloth face coverings and instructions on how to create one.
April 27, 2020
Dept. of Insurance releases guidance on local government premium taxes
Dept. of Insurance: a refund of local government premium taxes in relation to the return of premium as a result of altered driving patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic is unwarranted.
April 24, 2020
Gov. Beshear announces $9 million in federal funds available to assist local public safety agencies
Funding through the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program
April 23, 2020
Treasury Department releases guidance for state and local governments for CARES Act
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has released guidance for State, Local, and Tribal Governments regarding the Coronavirus Relief Fund.
April 22, 2020
New estimates show 12 percent drop in road funding for already-strapped counties
The Department for Local Government has received updated FY21 County Road Aid and Municipal Road Aid estimates from the Transportation Cabinet.
April 22, 2020
The White House releases a three-phased approach for Opening Up America Again
President Trump has unveiled Guidelines for Opening Up America Again, a three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts.