On April 26, Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Representative Chellie Pingree (D-ME) re-introduced the PRIME (Processing Revival and Int…
Transportation issues go far beyond improving roads, building bridges, and assuring safety for drivers. They affect all aspects of the lives o…
Warmer weather is a welcome sight here in the bluegrass as Kentucky Derby season is upon us, and summer is right around the corner.
You have to work with what you have. You have to play the hand you have been dealt. You have to make the best of your circumstances. Complaini…
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. It is during this time that families and communities recognize the importance of working together to pr…
The 2023 Legislative Session is moving along, with Senate committees approving numerous measures for the full chamber’s consideration. Several…
We are 12 days into the 30-day 2023 Regular Session and the pace is picking up in the Capitol. With this legislative update, I want to not onl…
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that, in compliance with federal and state law, approximately 127,000 inactive voters are scheduled…
Perhaps my favorite part of being a legislator is returning to Frankfort to do the work of District 53. I am proud to say HB 1 and HB 2 have a…
Lawmakers returned to Frankfort on Tuesday to reconvene following a constitutionally required break in the 2023 30-day legislative session.
There are many time-honored traditions in the Senate, but one of my favorites is the Senate Page Program. Through the program, high school jun…
Tucker Carlson of Fox News suggested forming a new “Church Committee” modeled after the Senate select committee that investigated abuses by U.…
I introduced HR 185 to end the COVID-19 vaccine mandate placed on international air travelers to the United States. A copy of the legislation …
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that, in December and for the first time, Kentucky voter registration under “other” political affil…
The Kentucky General Assembly’s annual Military Kids Day at the Kentucky Capitol is set for Thursday, Feb. 16, and I’m inviting military kids …
Per the Bluegrass Institute Center for Open Government, Gov. Andy Beshear wants to reopen the state’s budget to spend more than $112 million o…
With a child care crisis growing in Kentucky, legislators introduced legislation to address this issue last session. HB 499 introduces the Emp…
I wish you health and prosperity in the new year. I invite you to read this newsletter to learn about several issues I am working on for Kentuckians.
As we convene the 2023 regular session, I would like first to wish you a happy new year. I hope your holidays were filled with joy and laughte…
”I do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of this Commonwealth, and be faithful and …
The following is some information from LRC you can use to stay connected and tuned in during the 2023 Legislative Session.
I know the holidays are busy for all of us, but the session will convene the 2023 Regular Session just three days after we ring in the New Yea…
As we usher in the New Year and the regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly, I’m honored to represent the 14th Senate district. 2023 …
This holiday season, many of you are gathering with your family and friends during often the most precious and unifying time of the year. Kent…
As 2022 comes to a close, I’d like to extend warm wishes and sincere hope that you and your loved ones enjoy a holiday season in good health a…
Over the past few days, I have been asked about changes made to how the sales tax on utilities is applied to some consumer accounts. Since the…
State Senator Jimmy Higdon, R-Lebanon, has announced several legislative events in LaRue, Marion, Nelson, Spencer and Washington counties. Eac…
With the defeat during November’s election of school-choice opponents, including Reps. Ed Massey, R-Hebron, and Patti Minter, D-Bowling Green,…