A Hollywood actress, numerous rallies, and winter weather were among the highlights of a busy sixth week of Session in the Kentucky General Assembly. Between a wide variety of guests, packed committee meetings, and plenty of bills passing – it was another productive week in Frankfort. The national organization Save the Children, which promotes early … Continued
The fifth week of the 2016 Legislative Session in Frankfort was historic in many ways. Governor Matt Bevin signed his first legislation, Senate Bill (SB) 4. We also said goodbye to former State Senator and civil rights activist Georgia Davis Powers. Senate Bill 4 was the first pro-life bill to pass both chambers in over … Continued
Week four of the Kentucky General Assembly marked a momentous occasion for our state. Governor Matt Bevin gave his first State of the Commonwealth Budget Address, laying out a plan that will guide Kentucky out of the financial mire that has lingered for the past eight years. I can honestly say that Tuesday night’s speech … Continued
FRANKFORT, KY – Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer (R – Georgetown) has filed for re-election to continue to promote policies that create Kentucky jobs and strengthen Kentucky families. He represents Grant, Scott and southern Kenton counties in the State Senate. “As State Senator, I will continue our work to protect taxpayers, promote transparency and … Continued
Between the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and the inclement weather Friday, we had a short but productive week in the Kentucky Senate, passing significant bills and welcoming visitors who braved the weather to get to Frankfort. On Tuesday we passed two of our priority bills: Senate Bill (SB) 4 and SB 10. SB 4 … Continued
Floor votes, committee hearings, and spirited debate highlighted an action-packed, second week of session in the Kentucky Senate. Guests from all corners of the Commonwealth were welcomed to Frankfort to speak on behalf of various bills.The Senate began passing bills on Thursday, headlined by Senate Bill (SB) 9, a measure to repeal the prevailing wage … Continued
The New Year marks a new Legislative Session of the Kentucky General Assembly. Tuesday, January 5 was the start of a 60-day Session that will run through mid-April. In this Session, we hope to address the numerous important issues facing our state, keeping the common theme of creating Kentucky jobs and strengthening Kentucky families. One … Continued
There are 138 members of the General Assembly when it’s at full capacity, often working alongside the governor and his senior staff; lower-level constitutional officers like the attorney general; professional Frankfort lobbyists; citizens’ advocacy groups; and others buzzing about the Capitol. Here are a few people in particular to watch this winter: Republican Gov. Matt … Continued
from CN|2 GEORGETOWN — Sen. Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, and Sen. Chris Girdler, R-Somerset, are working on legislation that would mandate schools in Kentucky not return from summer break until at least the Monday closest to August 26. Keeping kids on break longer will positively impact Kentucky’s tourism economy, Thayer said, remarking on a Georgetown water … Continued
By: Senator Chris Girdler (R-Somerset) and Senator Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown) In an effort to preserve prosperity enjoyed by Kentucky’s tourism industry and our overall economy, we plan to again file a similar version of Senate Bill (SB) 129 for the 2016 Legislative Session. SB 129 is a measure that would prevent schools from starting earlier … Continued