Teacher misconduct bill on the move in Frankfort
Legislators in Frankfort are discussing new measures regarding teacher misconduct that would protect both the student as well as due process. Charles Baglan files this report for WJRS NEWS…
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Legislators pass midway point of 2023 ‘short’ session in Frankfort
Nearly 900 bills have been introduced as the General Assembly has passed a critical point in its 30-day “short” session. Charles Baglan files this report for WJRS NEWS on several bills moving through the process […]
General Assembly reconvenes today in Frankfort
The General Assembly’s 30-day “short” session reconvenes today in Frankfort. Lawmakers have until February 21 to introduce new bills in the Senate and until February 22 to introduce new bills in the House. The chambers […]
Legislative session underway in Frankfort
The 2023 Legislative Session began Tuesday in Frankfort. Keith West files this report for WJRS NEWS…
2023 General Assembly begins in Frankfort
Today marks the start of a new legislative session in Frankfort. The 2023 session of the Kentucky General Assembly is considered a “short” session due to the 30-day period. Once again, Republicans have an advantage […]
Girdler appointed chair of 2 Senate committees in Frankfort
Sen. Rick Girdler of Somerset, who now represents Russell County in the 15th Senatorial District, has been given two new appointments in Frankfort in addition to his current legislative duties. Girdler will serve as Senate […]
Special Session in Frankfort to address EKY flood funding
The Kentucky Legislature is meeting in Special Session this week, as called for by Gov. Andy Beshear, to address funding for the eastern Kentucky counties that were devastated by flooding last month. Keith West files […]
Electric vehicle charging stations discussed in Frankfort
Could there be a public-private partnership to create privately owned electric vehicle charging stations in Kentucky? That was the topic discussed by legislators this week. Keith West files this report from Frankfort with details…
Legislative session concludes in Frankfort
With legislative activities coming to a conclusion last week in Frankfort, Keith West takes a look back at the 2022 General Assembly for WJRS NEWS…
Bill to prevent closing of churches in state of emergency moving forward in Frankfort
FRANKFORT — A measure that would prevent houses of worship from being singled out for closure during a state of emergency received approval Thursday from the Senate State and Local Government Committee. The bill’s sponsor, […]