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12/10/2020

New leadership and committee chairs announced for 2021 legislative session

Senate Republican leadership remains the same, with Democrats electing Reggie Thomas as Caucus Chair. The lone change in House Republican leadership is Steven Rudy, who was chosen by his peers as Floor Leader. House Democrats re-elected their current leadership team.
11/30/2020

$40 million in relief funds available for Kentucky restaurants

The Food and Beverage Relief Fund Application system will open at noon EST on Nov. 30.
11/18/2020

Governor announces new COVID-19 restrictions

There are no changes for retail stores, child care facilities, barbershops/salons, manufacturers or hospitals.
11/17/2020

KACo leadership shares 2021 priorities with legislative committee

The Kentucky Association of Counties (KACo) presented before the Interim Joint Committee on Local Government today.
11/6/2020

Tuesday’s election increases Republican majorities in Kentucky legislature

When the legislature convenes in 2021, the House will have a 75-25 Republican majority and in the Senate, Republicans will have a 30-8 majority.
10/27/2020

Rothenburger honored for years of service

This year the KACo County Advocate award is being presented to retiring lawmakers who have made outstanding efforts in the General Assembly to advance Kentucky’s counties through the lens of their prior experience as county officials.
10/26/2020

Sims honored for years of service

State representative also served as Fleming County magistrate
10/23/2020

Harris honored for years of service

This year the KACo County Advocate award is being presented to retiring lawmakers who have made outstanding efforts in the General Assembly to advance Kentucky’s counties through the lens of their prior experience as county officials.
10/21/2020

Rep. Elkins recognized by KACo for public service

The KACo County Advocate award is presented to retiring lawmakers who have made outstanding efforts in the General Assembly to advance Kentucky’s counties through the lens of their prior experience as county officials.
10/20/2020

Retiring state senator recognized by KACo for public service

KACo County Advocate awards are presented to retiring lawmakers who have made outstanding efforts in the General Assembly to advance Kentucky’s counties through the lens of their prior experience as county officials.