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Kentucky lawmakers approved millions in sales tax subsidies for Churchill Downs and Keeneland in a last-minute legislative maneuver, allowing the racetracks to retain state sales taxes during race meets while state agencies face significant budget cuts.
Kentucky lawmakers approved a two-year state budget cutting most agencies by 7% while leaving Medicaid underfunded by $691 million and providing minimal increases to K-12 school funding. The agreement freezes funding for higher education at reduced levels and includes no cost-of-living adjustments for retirees.
The Bowling Green Independent School District is sharing updates on Kentucky's budget bill and expressing priorities for district funding as the state legislature works through budget negotiations.
Democratic speakers have cited concerning health statistics for Kentucky women and girls, calling on state officials to take action to improve health outcomes and address healthcare disparities.
Kentucky Democrats are seeking to repeal the state's right-to-work laws, a move that would strengthen union protections and collective bargaining power in the state.