Legislators were in Frankfort this week for days 21-24 of the 2023 regular legislative session. With only four working days remaining before the veto period many bills were on the move this week.

Proposed legislation noteworthy to counties as of March 1, 2023.

The Senate on Wednesday approved legislation to reduce the state’s income tax rate after supporters and opponents shared impassioned speeches on the chamber floor.

Bill would allow rate to decrease from 4.5% to 4.0%

The Kentucky General Assembly ushered in the 2023 legislative session this week. The first order of business was swearing in new members and returning ones followed by the official election of Republican and Democratic caucus leaders for the biennium.

Secretary of State, State Board of Elections testify in Frankfort

Republican and Democratic caucuses formally elect leadership

Actuaries anticipate improving funding ratios