William “Bill” Holland, Jr. age 68
William “Bill” Holland, Jr. age 68, passed away Thursday, February 27th, 2020 at the Russell County Hospital. He is survived by: His Wife • Jennifer Holland of Russell Springs Son • William Holland, III, of […]
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Bill Passes Senate that Would Limit Governor’s Pardon Power
In the wake of former Governor Matt Bevin’s questionable use of a Governor’s pardon power, a proposed constitutional amendment, known as Senate Bill 58, would certainly limit a Governor’s authority. The proposed amendment would prohibit […]
Bill that Taxes Vaping Products Passes House
A bill that would raise almost $50 million in new revenue over the next two fiscal years through a new wholesale tax on vaping products and increased taxes on some other tobacco products has cleared […]
Medical Marijuana Bill Passes House
Medical marijuana took a step forward yesterday in The Kentucky House of Representatives to becoming law. The House approved the measure on a vote of 65-30 after more than two hours of debate and consideration […]
Bill to Cap Insulin Costs has Support from the Governor
Governor Beshear throws his support behind legislation that would cap the cost of insulin. The bill would cap the cost for prescription insulin at $100 for a 30-day supply. The governor says the costs of […]
Medical Marijuana Bill Could be Voted on this Week
Momentum continues to build in the push to legalize cannabis for treatment of some medical conditions, after a House committee gave initial approval last week. Supporters of the measure point to strong grassroots support for […]
Medical Marijuana Bill Passes House Committee
A bill in the Kentucky legislature described by advocates as “medical marijuana” advanced out of a House committee on Wednesday. The House Judiciary Committee passed the measure on a 17-1 vote. The bill moves to […]
Bill in Legislature that Would Stop the Spanking of Kids in Kentucky Schools
Kentucky would no longer be one of 19 states that still spanks children at school under a bill that was approved Tuesday by a legislative panel in the 2020 General Assembly. House Bill 22, filed […]
Bill that Would Arm School Officers Passes House Committee
A bill that would arm school resource officers in Kentucky is a step closer to becoming law. The House Education Committee approved the measure and sent it to the full House. It has already […]
Bill that Would Arm School Resource Officers Passes Senate Committee
The legislation is a follow-up to last year’s safety bill that required all public schools to have a trained resource officer. The bill mandates that those officers carry guns. State Senator Max Wise, the sponsor […]