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politics2 years ago

"Cameron Reveals Gubernatorial Running Mate"

Attorney General Daniel Cameron has chosen Senator Robby Mills as his running mate for lieutenant governor in the Kentucky gubernatorial race. Mills, a Republican, is known for his conservative values and support for legislation such as Senate Bill 150 and Lofton's Law. Cameron praised Mills' defense of the coal industry and his opposition to radical gender ideology. Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman has filed for reelection as a Democrat under Governor Andy Beshear.

health2 years ago

Kentucky Senate approves medical marijuana and sports betting bills, sends slot machine ban proposal to governor.

The Kentucky Senate has passed a bill legalizing medical marijuana for the first time ever, with strict regulations on qualifying conditions and the sale and access of the drug. Patients must have a doctor's certification for any of the limited list of qualifying medical conditions, and the drug will not be available until 2025 to allow for regulation. The bill includes standards for setting up a dispensary, applying for a business license, obtaining the product for distribution, and taxation levied on producers and dispensaries.