Frankfort – Following what he said was “a long and difficult period of consideration,” state Representative Mike Cherry announced today that he will not seek another two-year term representing the 4th Legislative District in the Kentucky House of Representatives. “I have had the great honor and privilege of serving the citizens of Caldwell, Crittenden, Livingston and part…
Rep. Steve Riggs to chair national insurance committee for legislators
Frankfort – State Representative Steve Riggs, who has long played a leading role in the state’s efforts to help Kentuckians with their insurance needs, will take on that responsibility nationally this coming year after being named chairman of a key committee overseen by the National Conference of Insurance Legislators. “NCOIL is such an influential organization when…
Rep. Linda Belcher receives Representative of the Year Award from statewide police group
Frankfort – State Rep. Linda Belcher, who has played a lead role in trying to limit methamphetamine production in Kentucky, was named the State Representative of the Year this week by the Kentucky Narcotic Officers’ Association. “This is truly an honor, and I cannot thank them enough for the support they have given me as we…
Rep. Susan Westrom Files Statewide Smoking Ban Legislation
Herald-Leader - Rep. Susan Westrom, D-Lexington, is teeing up another try at enacting a statewide ban on smoking in indoor public places. Like last year, she has the support of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. Its members are smarting from the steep health-care costs and lost productivity that come from doing business in a state with…
State Rep. Richard Henderson pre-files bill targeting copper thefts
Frankfort – With the goal of limiting if not stopping copper thefts, state Rep. Richard Henderson pre-filed legislation early this week that would make it tougher for criminals to sell metal they steal as scrap. “This is a popular issue, but my approach is truly comprehensive because it goes to the root of the problem,” said…
Day Spring Honors Rep. Larry Clark With E. Ollie Mershon Distinguished Legislator Award
Louisville, KY–Representative Larry Clark received the E. Ollie Mershon Distinguished Legislator award on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at the Day Spring Bi-annual Legislative Appreciation Breakfast. Day Spring empowers adults with mental retardation and provides residential services and support to an ever-expanding population, currently serving 45 adults and their families. Clark was honored for his outstanding…
Rep. Rita Smart Receives Emerge America Award
Representative Rita Smart of Richmond, will receive the Emerge America Trailblazer award on October 26, 2011 in SanFrancisco, CA. Representative Smart is being honored for her successful campaign and for being an Emerge Kentucky graduate.
Rep. Keene Receives Chiropractic Award
Representative Dennis Keene received the highest honor given to a state legislator from the Kentucky Association of Chiropractors. The Defender of Chiropractic Services award was presented to Dennis Keene at The Kentucky Association of Chiropractor’s 95th Annual Convention & License Renewal Seminar that was held in October in Hebron, Kentucky. “The chiropractors do an outstanding job of…
Rep. Rick Nelson Proud to be a Coal Miner’s Defender
Editorial by Representative Rick Nelson - This past session, I sponsored House Bill 269, which was signed into law designating the third week of August as Coal Miners Appreciation Week. I did this to highlight, support and applaud the men and women who work in the industry and proudly carry on the strong tradition of coal…
Rep. Rita Smart Touts Super Regionalism
Op-Ed from the Richmond Register — Since being elected state representative last November, I have attended many events, and few have left me as hopeful and enthusiastic as the Public Policy luncheon I attended in Lexington on Aug. 17. Mayor Jim Gray of Lexington and Mayor Greg Fischer of Louisville rolled out a plan for “super…