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October 30, 2021
County jails and jail budgets may be impacted by recent Kentucky Supreme Court decision
The Kentucky Supreme Court issued its decision in David Jones v. Clark County, Kentucky and Frank Doyle, which addressed charging county inmates a fee for certain expenses.
October 26, 2021
KACo Policy Brief: Electric Vehicle Fees
Review of fees levied on electric and hybrid vehicles in other states.
October 22, 2021
Representative Reed presented 2021 County Advocate Award
Representative Reed sponsored and supported bills that advanced issues important to counties
October 12, 2021
Senator Givens presented 2021 County Advocate Award
Senate President Pro Tempore sponsored and supported bills that advanced issues important to counties
September 28, 2021
Projections show a positive future for the state budget and road fund
Estimates for fiscal year 2022 general fund show an increase over fiscal year 2021, including total road fund dollars.
September 23, 2021
New projections could mean good news – and savings – for CERS-participating employers
The CERS Non-hazardous rate is expected to decline from the current rate of 26.95 percent to 26.93 percent in fiscal year 2023.
September 23, 2021
Proposed federal legislation would boost transportation funding in Kentucky
The $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), was approved by the Senate 69-30 last month and is awaiting action in the House of Representatives.
September 10, 2021
Special Session focused on state and local pandemic response concludes
Lawmakers adjourned sine die right before the clock struck midnight Thursday, ending a short yet action-packed special session.