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Legislation proposed to expand access to Pre-K education

Legislation is being proposed in Frankfort that would expand access to Pre-K education for Kentucky families and children. House Bills 574 and 572 are companion bills aimed at expanding Pre-K for 4-year-olds. Representative Anne Gay […]

Hands-free driving legislation proposed for 2026

A bill expected to be filed during the Kentucky legislative session beginning in January would require hands-free technology for cellphones to be used while driving.  Under the Phone Down Kentucky Act, drivers would be prohibited […]

Legislation signed into law by governor

Governor Andy Beshear signed 14 pieces of legislation into law this week. Among the legislation is House Bill 206, which prevents anyone convicted of various sex crimes from being certified as a peace officer in […]

New legislation deadlines expire in Frankfort

Legislators continued their work in Frankfort last week as the General Assembly enters a pivotal time of this session. Keith West files this report for WJRS NEWS… Legislators return to Frankfort today with both the […]