First District State Senator Jason Howell says a bill that recently passed the Kentucky Senate will crack down on those involved in theft rings.
Senator Howell says Senate Bill 48 extends the statutory time limit on theft by unlawful taking charges.
click to download audioSenator Howell says one of the major benefits will be for small businesses, typically the targets of theft rings.
click to download audioSenate Bill 48 passed the State Senate by a 37 to nothing margin.
Meanwhile, Senator Howell says lawmakers are considering Senate Bill 126 which would limit the ability of a governor to issue pardons.
click to download audioSenate Bill 126 passed by a 34 to one margin. If passed by the Kentucky House the constitutional amendment would appear on the General Election ballot in November.
