We made a promise to deliver safe medical cannabis to Kentuckians, and that's a promise we've kept. We cut the ribbon on two new cultivators, including Best State LLC in Stanford. We've made a lot of progress in just a year. Congrats, everyone!
Today, Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Joint Resolution 81, which will release $52 million to improve water systems across rural Kentucky.
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Kentucky's constitution says no public dollars to nonpublic schools unless there's a vote from the people.
I put my hand on the Bible when I swore to uphold our constitution and listen to our people – and that's an oath I've kept.
We're days away from Team Kentucky's Derby Week Kick-Off and Commonfest. Join us this Saturday, April 25, for live music, food trucks, family games and more. We'll see you there!
📍Old State Capitol Lawn, Frankfort
Last week we celebrated ASL Awareness Day and said thank you to all our ASL interpreters, like Rachel and the late Virginia Moore. These leaders are making sure folks across our commonwealth and country are included and informed. We appreciate them.
2/2 ✅Welcomed Dr. Ron Patterson as Murray State University's 15th president – and first African American president
✅Signed more legislation supporting Kentuckians
1/2 We had a lot to celebrate this week, Kentucky!
✅Louisville hosting the 2028 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Team Trials
✅Kicked off Derby season with the Kentucky Derby Festival
The 2026 Governor's Derby Celebration poster is officially available for purchase. Kentucky artist Alexandrea Pangburn brought the spirit of this 152-year tradition to life. Order now: secure.kentucky.gov/InventorySer...
Kentucky State Police is once again giving everyone a chance to support Special Olympics Kentucky through Cover the Cruiser. Today is the last day to donate to celebrate and recognize these amazing athletes. wp.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/wp-content/u...
Had a great time at the Kentucky Derby Festival's They're Off! Luncheon, which means the official countdown to the running of the 152nd Kentucky Derby has started. Let's have fun and remember to show the world the best of our New Kentucky Home.
A new driver licensing system and online portal will be launching for Kentuckians in June. We've already decreased wait times from 49 minutes to 12 minutes, and this new portal will build on that progress.
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I had 8-year-old heart transplant recipient Theo join me to show Kentuckians just how important it is to be an organ donor. Thousands of families are waiting for a transplant match to save a loved one. During Donate Life Month, take a moment to sign up. You could save a life.
Today, Gov. Andy Beshear shared updates on 2028 Olympic Gymnastics Trials, AMLER funding, a new driver licensing system, ASL Awareness Day, KSP Cover the Cruiser, Donate Life Month and more.
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I was honored to welcome Ron Patterson as the 15th president – and the first African American president – of Murray State University. Dr. Patterson's dedication to serving students will lead this great institution into an even brighter future, and we are proud to have him in Kentucky.
2/2 Changes effective today include updates within the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), the Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) and the Public Protection Cabinet (PPC), with two career employees moving into secretary roles.
1/2 Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced several changes within his executive cabinet to continue delivering results that help Kentuckians across the commonwealth live better lives.
It was great talking with local radio stations from across the state at the Kentucky Derby Festival's Morning Line. These folks keep our people informed, and we had a lot of good things to talk about in each of their communities.
Our Team Kentucky Update is a day early this week, with a lot of great news from across the commonwealth. Tune in Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. EDT via Facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear or YouTube.com/GovAndyBeshear
2/2 He also gave an update for Kentuckians on the signing of Senate Bill 122, which creates alternate sentencing options for nonviolent offenders who are primary caregivers and revises the state’s outdated involuntary hospitalization statute.
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1/2 Today, Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Bills 169 and 178 to enhance coverage for Kentuckians suffering from mental health conditions or eating disorders. The Governor also signed Senate Joint Resolution 139 and let House Bills 6 and 480 lapse, providing insight into each decision.
I'm proud to be a Kentuckian because we're all about helping each other out. By doing that, we're accomplishing some really great things for our neighbors.
If you ever feel like giving up, remember, there's something bigger we're working for: a better future for our kids.
Kentucky, please join me in praying for the family of Tech. Sgt. Ashley Pruitt of Bardstown, whose funeral is today. Let us wrap our arms around them and remember the bravery of this American hero, whose sacrifice will never be forgotten.
For Arbor Day, we celebrated our commonwealth and what it provides to our families and our way of life. Let’s continue to show our commitment to our home and the bright future it will provide for future generations of Kentuckians.
Today, Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Bills 4, 134, 521 and 778 to better protect children across the commonwealth and to provide more support to survivors of sexual assault and rape.
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Women are a part of Kentucky and American history, and their stories deserve to be told. I'm proud we're sharing the stories of strong women through our Kentucky Women Remembered exhibit to inspire the next generation of leaders.
Gov. Beshear signed House Bill 5, the first step toward creating KY’s first reentry campus in partnership with KCTCS. The Governor also signed House Bill 7 to increase school bus safety and Senate Bill 102 to support retired KY State Police.
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Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that Team Kentucky secured more than $13.6 million in federal grant funding to replace eight state-owned bridges along nine miles of U.S. Highway 60 in eastern Bath County.
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The safety of our people will always be a top priority, and I'm proud of the progress we're making.
➡️Record low recidivism rates
➡️Arresting 474 online predators since 2019
➡️Removed $18.9 million worth of drugs last year
➡️Delivering solutions to stop scammers
Today, Gov. Andy Beshear signed Senate Bills 57 and 157 to potentially lower utility costs through a nuclear energy development pilot program and to make homes more affordable for Kentuckians by lowering mortgage rates.
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