Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection
Rep. Steve Rawlings (District 66)
While Memorial Day was created to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defending our nation, this week also provides an opportunity to reflect on the work of the House Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection Committee. This committee’s jurisdiction includes military affairs; the Kentucky National Guard; military posts and bases; veterans’ nursing homes, cemeteries, rights, benefits, and education opportunities; and military memorials. Public protection responsibilities also include the state’s oversight of fire prevention and protection; and some public health and sanitation regulations.
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.
Protecting our children and supporting our veterans
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
With the fourth week of this year’s session in the books, several bills cleared legislative committees and the full House as they continue in the legislative process.
Crime, Disaster Recovery, Mental Health, Death Benefits, Veteran Suicide
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78)
Rep. Mark Hart (District 78) reviews the second week of the 2024 Regular Session, noting the assembly has 51 legislative days left to complete its legislative agenda. More than 300 House bills and resolutions are filed for consideration, and Rep. Hart believes there could be hundreds more before the deadline to file House bills in late February.