The work of local legislators now becomes even more important following the passage of the 2024-26 state budget Thursday, February 1, by the Kentucky House of Representatives.
9th District State Representative Myron Dossett, who serves on the House Appropriations and Revenue Committee, says this is the time when legislators work to make sure priorities are either added to the budget or remain in the two-year spending plan.
click to download audio8th District State Representative Walker Thomas says he is pleased to see money in the state budget that will allow school districts to possibly provide teacher and staff pay raises.
click to download audioThird District State Senator Whitney Westerfield says the state budget debate will begin in the State Senate this week.
click to download audioThe legislators comments are heard each Sunday following the Noon News Edge on 96.5 and 100.9 WHVO and online at whvoradio.com and wkdzradio.com.
