KYGA 2024 Kick Off
Legislators reconvened in Frankfort this week to commence the 2024 legislative session, during which 256 bills have already been filed as of yesterday.
Below are some highlights: legislation that aligns with KYFREE’s policy principles is highlighted in green; legislation that contradicts our principles is highlighted in red.
Establishes a one-time pension COLA for state retirement employees
Allows universal recognition of occupational licenses and government certifications
Establishes limitations on use and sale of data captured by automated license plate readers
Allows homeschool students to receive KEES based on standardized scores
Defines "government" and "substantially burden” in terms of religious liberty; outlines relief that may be sought if government violates religious liberty
Expands parental rights in schools
Establishes the Tax Expenditure and Economic Development Incentive Review Board to evaluate tax expenditures and incentives awarded by the state
Constitutional amendment allowing the GA to reduce or eliminate property tax
Expands protections for students and teachers from being discriminated against for refusing to endorse a divisive concept
Raises minimum wage to $15/hr
Makes it easier for an individual to create a petition against a local property tax increase
Reestablishes the Certificate of Need Task Force