50 years after historic tornadoes, Kentucky remains committed to disaster prep, response
Rep. Steve Rawlings (District 66)
As part of the budget bill, HB 6, Lawmakers have expanded support for emergency management, an area of state government that does a tremendous job of supporting local communities and first responders as they face disasters ranging from ice storms, to tornadoes, to flooding.
Rural Kentucky remains a legislative priority
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
For rural Kentucky, economic challenges, including limited job opportunities and declining industries, weigh heavily on residents. Access to quality healthcare and education can be scarce, amplifying issues as a whole. Infrastructure deficiencies, such as inadequate roads and limited broadband access, hinders progress, and connectivity. Because of these issues, we take steps in ensuring that rural Kentucky is considered in the legislation that we pass.
Lawmakers override vetoes
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed a historic number of measures during his tenure. The legislature carefully considered each veto and overrode almost all of them.
Proposed amendments to state constitution
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
Rep. Hart discusses three proposed constitutional amendments voters will see on the ballot in the general election: HB2, regarding school choice; and SB143, preventing non-citizens from voting; and HB4, which would update limits on when legislators can meet.
Bills signed into law and what to expect at the ballot
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
Rep. Proctor explains bills that address human trafficking, online privacy and veteran mental health and provides the text of a proposed amendment to the state constitution.
Passing meaningful legislation to leave a lasting impact on our future
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
Rep. Proctor provides updates on legislation addressing crime, infrastructure, veterans affairs and the state budget and explains the 15-day veto period.
Lawmakers send budget, investment bill to governor
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
Rep. Hart further details the $128.4 billion budget and a one-time $2.7 billion investment bill sent to the governor’s desk.
Child protections passed ahead of veto recess
Rep. Steve Rawlings (District 66)
Rep. Rawlings’ update focuses on legislation to protect children from exploitation.
House approves amended executive branch budget
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
Rep. Hart gives a detailed explanation of funding provided by HB 6, a two-year, $128.4 billion spending plan sent to Governor Andy Beshear.
Education, Agriculture, and Healthcare
Rep. Marianne Proctor (District 60)
The General Assembly remains hard at work as we draw near the end of the 2024 Regular Session. Almost 200 bills have passed the House, while several remain in the legislative process. With the veto period around the corner, the remaining legislative days are critical to ensuring that important legislation is passed into law. Our top priority this session, the state’s two-year spending plan, is coming closer to being approved. We have also prioritized legislative matters that are important to the people of our districts.