Interim Session Begins June 2
In a recent update, Sen. Steve Rawlings (District 11) noted, “The interim provides an opportunity to review, communicate, and consider policy measures for the 2026 Legislative Session, which will begin on Tuesday, January 6.” He also summarized selected legislation passed during the regular session,
Opportunities for Medicaid Modernization
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
Proctor discusses how various bills and resolutions modernize Medicaid to better serve Kentuckians and promote better health outcomes.
Session Results: Primary and Secondary Education
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
Rep. Hart highlights key legislation passed during the regular session in support of primary and secondary education.
Closing an open door: House Bill 315 and the protection of our nation
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
Rep. Proctor discusses HB 315, signed into law March 25. HB 315 “prohibits any foreign investor, company, or other entity from purchasing, leasing, or otherwise acquiring agricultural land in Kentucky or participating in Department of Agriculture programs if they are associated with a hostile foreign government such as China, Russia, Venezuela, Iran, and Cuba.”
Session Results: Natural Resources and Energy
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
Rep. Hart details the General Assembly’s efforts to balance use of Kentucky’s abundant energy resources with protecting air and water quality.
Lawmakers override governor’s vetoes to conclude 2025 Regular Session
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
Rep. Proctor details vetos by Governor Andy Beshear that were subsequently overridden by the General Assembly and notes the governor has stated “he will not implement a dozen or so laws passed” during the 2025 Regular Session.
Key Legislation Becomes Law
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
Rep. Hart details key legislation already signed into law by the governor. At the time of Rep. Hart’s report, others of the more than 100 bills passed during the 2025 session await the governor’s action.
Week 7: 2025 Legislative Session
Sen. Steve Rawlings (District 11)
Sen. Rawlings give a lengthy recap of where important legislation stood as the session entered the veto period.
Legislature considers education, economy, and housing measures ahead of veto recess
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
Rep. Proctor highlights legislation considered by the legislation before the veto recess period begins.
Week 6: 2025 Legislative Session
Sen. Steve Rawlings (District 11)
Senator Rawlings provides a detailed recap of Senate and House bills addressed as the 2025 regular session approaches its end on March 28.