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February 06, 2026
County leaders urged to engage legislators on HB 557
Comprehensive jail proposal is supported by KCJEA, KMCA and Jailers Association
February 06, 2026
HB 557 seeks to rebalance state-county responsibility for jails
Rep. Michael Meredith discusses key points of proposal
January 30, 2026
House files “base-level” budget as legislative pace accelerates
Scaled-back spending plans, local government legislation mark a busy fourth week in Frankfort
January 23, 2026
Session pace slows as bill filings surge
Week 3 legislative summary
January 16, 2026
Driver’s licensing takes the wheel in early days of 2026 session
A wrap-up of week two activity in Frankfort
January 09, 2026
Budget takes center stage as 2026 legislative session begins
Week One highlights from Frankfort
January 02, 2026
New state budget tops to-do list for Kentucky General Assembly
Key dates and ways to stay informed throughout the 2026 legislative session
December 19, 2025
Revenue forecast eases fears ahead of budget session, though shortfall remains
Consensus Forecasting Group sets official revenue estimates for upcoming biennium