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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.
September 07, 2021
First day of special legislative session sees flurry of activity
State of emergency extension, mask mandates, open meetings and more addressed; Governor expected to sign first piece of legislation tonight
September 07, 2021
Lawmakers to convene special session
Lawmakers will convene a special legislative session on Sept. 7 in Frankfort.
September 03, 2021
Lawmakers prepare for possible special session to address COVID-19 obstacles
Campbell County Jailer Jim Daley, who is also the Kentucky Jailers Association president, testified Wednesday updating legislators on the state of jails dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
August 30, 2021
USDA announces Emergency Rural Health Care Grants
The United States Department of Agriculture has released information on new Emergency Rural Health Care Grants, due by Oct. 12.
August 30, 2021
KACo Leadership Institute: CERS Board Autonomy - Now What?
This page includes links to resources related to the KACo Leadership Institute course held on August 30, 2021 about the County Employees Retirement System (CERS).
August 24, 2021
KACo Leadership Institute: Elections and Voting
This page includes links to resources related to the KACo Leadership Institute course held on August 24, 2021 about voting and elections in Kentucky.
August 20, 2021
Stivers presented 2021 County Advocate Award
Senate president sponsored and supported bills that advanced issues important to counties