Public Policy: Where Kentucky Put Its Money
20 May 2026
News
Kentucky’s recent 2026 legislative session was intense, stretching to the final hours before crucial matters were resolved or deferred. An exhaustive account would be too long for this writing, but there are a few key wins that we can all celebrate. But first, the state budget.
State budget highlights
The Kentucky General Assembly approved a two-year, $32.4 billion budget focusing on K-12 education, public safety, healthcare and core government services, alongside executive branch spending cuts.
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