Governor Fletcher’s new 60 second TV spots are unusual to say the least. It’s easy to see now why his campaign needed a full minute to let the spot develop. The first 16 seconds are simply music while a child walks around "bullies" that taunt him on the school grounds. Once the mood is set… the announcer compares the schoolyard victim to the governor’s situation in Frankfort. The spot then shifts emphasis again and goes on to tout the administration’s accomplishments.
It’s a very interesting strategy. With an almost half million dollar spot buy… the Fletcher campaign must have done some research that backs up the approach. I have talked to a variety people who are all over the board. Some say it brings the question of fair treatment out into the open and makes them more likely to consider being for Fletcher. Some others have described it as making the governor appear "pouty." If the intended result is to get people talking about the governor, it has probably reached its target.
Interesting strategy? An interesting strategy is spending more money is questionable districts. When your ad elicits “pity,” “pouty,” and “looking for sympathy” as responses… that is not strategy.
Monday, March 19, 2007
Northup: Spinning, Stuttering, and Slipping
Northup Senior Advisor Ted Jackson: "What an insult to the voters of Kentucky for Ernie Fletcher to play the "pity card." Since he has never taken responsibility for the transgressions of his administration, his campaign theme should be "the buck doesn't stop here." He takes credit for everything and responsibility for nothing. A leaders he is not."
A leaders he is not? Obviously, my criticism of her education proposal was warranted.
I concur with this statement. Fletcher has never assumed responsibility. With that stated, Jackson’s phrasing was poor. “The Buck doesn’t stop here?”
Given RINO Anne’s pork barrel predilection, those bucks will continue flowing.
A leaders he is not? Obviously, my criticism of her education proposal was warranted.
I concur with this statement. Fletcher has never assumed responsibility. With that stated, Jackson’s phrasing was poor. “The Buck doesn’t stop here?”
Given RINO Anne’s pork barrel predilection, those bucks will continue flowing.
Voicing You’re Delusional
From Blue Grass, Red State:
Northup for governor Republicans across the commonwealth will have an opportunity to vote in a primary election for governor in just more than two months. There clearly is only one candidate in the race who would be viable in November and preserve our hold on the governor’s seat — former U.S. Congresswoman Anne Northup, R-Louisville. Northup has proven to be a leader and stateswoman of the highest integrity over the course of two decades in public service.
Northup never has strayed from her conservative principles of lower taxes, better education, commitment to pro-life policies and — most importantly in this race — honesty and ethics in government. Anne Northup would be a governor who appreciates the hard work of every state employee, regardless of party affiliation. Anne Northup would be a governor who does not abuse her power to pardon to protect those who do wrong in her administration.
Anne Northup would be a governor who would make Kentucky proud — not one who finds herself indicted on misdemeanor charges. There is an obvious choice in this year’s Republican primary for governor. I urge all of my Republican friends to join me in voting for Anne Northup to preserve the future of our party and our great commonwealth.
Christopher Thomason
Elizabethtown
Whatever Christopher has been drinking, I request a triple.
Northup for governor Republicans across the commonwealth will have an opportunity to vote in a primary election for governor in just more than two months. There clearly is only one candidate in the race who would be viable in November and preserve our hold on the governor’s seat — former U.S. Congresswoman Anne Northup, R-Louisville. Northup has proven to be a leader and stateswoman of the highest integrity over the course of two decades in public service.
Northup never has strayed from her conservative principles of lower taxes, better education, commitment to pro-life policies and — most importantly in this race — honesty and ethics in government. Anne Northup would be a governor who appreciates the hard work of every state employee, regardless of party affiliation. Anne Northup would be a governor who does not abuse her power to pardon to protect those who do wrong in her administration.
Anne Northup would be a governor who would make Kentucky proud — not one who finds herself indicted on misdemeanor charges. There is an obvious choice in this year’s Republican primary for governor. I urge all of my Republican friends to join me in voting for Anne Northup to preserve the future of our party and our great commonwealth.
Christopher Thomason
Elizabethtown
Whatever Christopher has been drinking, I request a triple.
Biting Legislation
House, Senate agree on minimum-wage; bill goes to governor
Thousands of low-income workers moved closer to a pay raise Monday, as the House approved the Senate's changes to a measure increasing the minimum wage. If signed into law by Gov. Ernie Fletcher, the measure would raise Kentucky's minimum hourly wage from $5.15 to $7.25 over the next two years. Fletcher's office has not said whether he will approve the measure.
Raising the minimum wage is en vogue. Thousands move closer to a pay raise? Thousands move closer to losing their job.
Kentucky legislature approves Ford incentives
A bill that would make $200 million in incentives available to Ford Motor Co. to upgrade its two Jefferson County plants is on its way to Gov. Ernie Fletcher today. By a vote of 98-0, the House gave final legislative approval to House Bill 536, which is intended to help save more than 8,000 jobs at the two plants.
Cursing concerning Ford success is muted.
Education bill ties incentive pay, alternative fuels
In a dramatic move, the state Senate approved an amended bill Monday night that ties together advanced mathematics and science in the schools, incentive pay for math and science teachers and a massive economic development plan to produce alternative fuels, such as ethanol and biodiesel.
Alterative fuel and education have what commonality? Oh yes, desperate politicians.
Legislature approves revised mine-safety bill
The Kentucky General Assembly today approved a revised mine-safety bill and sent it to Gov. Ernie Fletcher. The Senate acted first, approving the bill by a vote of 36-0, before the House voted 96-0 to accept changes made by the Senate. The House sponsor, Rep. Brent Yonts, D-Greenville, said he was satisfied with the compromise on House Bill 207.
The bill is approved. The bills is dead. The bill is…
Bills to raise dropout age stall
Two House bills calling to increase the minimum age to drop out of high school - to 17 or 18 - are quietly dying on the legislative vine. Opponents of the measures, House Bills 221 and 279, argued that a better approach would be strengthening partnerships with vocational colleges and businesses, and intervening with failing students long before they reach dropout age. Otherwise, says State Sen. Jack Westwood, "I'm thinking, you are just putting a Band-Aid on the problem."
Raising the dropout rate? The dropout rate should be abolished. Dropping out should be abolished.
Adoption reform bill likely dead for session
The Senate sent a bill involving adoption reform back to committee Monday night, most likely killing the measure. Asked if the proposal was dead, Senate Health and Welfare Chairman Julie Denton, R-Louisville, said, "It appears to be."
Politicians say dead… Assume bill is alive.
Senate approves Horse Park projects
The Senate voted 37-0 today for a bill that provides $28 million for building improvements at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington for the 2010 World Equestrian Games. The funding includes $24 million for a new outdoor stadium and $4 million for an indoor arena. There also is $10.3 million for road and pedway projects at the park. "We're holding the biggest party Kentucky has ever had," said Sen. Alice Forgy Kerr, R-Lexington, in sponsoring the funding. "I'd hate it if Kentucky is not prepared."
Apparently, Governor Fletcher enjoys tourists.
Museum Plaza gets state aid
The Museum Plaza project for downtown Louisville cleared a major hurdle today when the General Assembly passed legislation authorizing the use of $130.million in state and local tax revenue for road, floodwall and other improvements in connection with the $465.million project. "Museum Plaza will be built," said Craig Greenberg, a member of the project’s development team, which was waiting for approval of the legislation as the last piece of the economic puzzle for the 62-story riverfront structure at Seventh Street and River Road in Louisville. "We will definitely have shovels in the ground later this year."
Congratulations Louisville… Another addition.
Thousands of low-income workers moved closer to a pay raise Monday, as the House approved the Senate's changes to a measure increasing the minimum wage. If signed into law by Gov. Ernie Fletcher, the measure would raise Kentucky's minimum hourly wage from $5.15 to $7.25 over the next two years. Fletcher's office has not said whether he will approve the measure.
Raising the minimum wage is en vogue. Thousands move closer to a pay raise? Thousands move closer to losing their job.
Kentucky legislature approves Ford incentives
A bill that would make $200 million in incentives available to Ford Motor Co. to upgrade its two Jefferson County plants is on its way to Gov. Ernie Fletcher today. By a vote of 98-0, the House gave final legislative approval to House Bill 536, which is intended to help save more than 8,000 jobs at the two plants.
Cursing concerning Ford success is muted.
Education bill ties incentive pay, alternative fuels
In a dramatic move, the state Senate approved an amended bill Monday night that ties together advanced mathematics and science in the schools, incentive pay for math and science teachers and a massive economic development plan to produce alternative fuels, such as ethanol and biodiesel.
Alterative fuel and education have what commonality? Oh yes, desperate politicians.
Legislature approves revised mine-safety bill
The Kentucky General Assembly today approved a revised mine-safety bill and sent it to Gov. Ernie Fletcher. The Senate acted first, approving the bill by a vote of 36-0, before the House voted 96-0 to accept changes made by the Senate. The House sponsor, Rep. Brent Yonts, D-Greenville, said he was satisfied with the compromise on House Bill 207.
The bill is approved. The bills is dead. The bill is…
Bills to raise dropout age stall
Two House bills calling to increase the minimum age to drop out of high school - to 17 or 18 - are quietly dying on the legislative vine. Opponents of the measures, House Bills 221 and 279, argued that a better approach would be strengthening partnerships with vocational colleges and businesses, and intervening with failing students long before they reach dropout age. Otherwise, says State Sen. Jack Westwood, "I'm thinking, you are just putting a Band-Aid on the problem."
Raising the dropout rate? The dropout rate should be abolished. Dropping out should be abolished.
Adoption reform bill likely dead for session
The Senate sent a bill involving adoption reform back to committee Monday night, most likely killing the measure. Asked if the proposal was dead, Senate Health and Welfare Chairman Julie Denton, R-Louisville, said, "It appears to be."
Politicians say dead… Assume bill is alive.
Senate approves Horse Park projects
The Senate voted 37-0 today for a bill that provides $28 million for building improvements at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington for the 2010 World Equestrian Games. The funding includes $24 million for a new outdoor stadium and $4 million for an indoor arena. There also is $10.3 million for road and pedway projects at the park. "We're holding the biggest party Kentucky has ever had," said Sen. Alice Forgy Kerr, R-Lexington, in sponsoring the funding. "I'd hate it if Kentucky is not prepared."
Apparently, Governor Fletcher enjoys tourists.
Museum Plaza gets state aid
The Museum Plaza project for downtown Louisville cleared a major hurdle today when the General Assembly passed legislation authorizing the use of $130.million in state and local tax revenue for road, floodwall and other improvements in connection with the $465.million project. "Museum Plaza will be built," said Craig Greenberg, a member of the project’s development team, which was waiting for approval of the legislation as the last piece of the economic puzzle for the 62-story riverfront structure at Seventh Street and River Road in Louisville. "We will definitely have shovels in the ground later this year."
Congratulations Louisville… Another addition.
Monday, March 12, 2007
What Does Kentucky Want?
Gov. Ernie Fletcher is taking his re-election campaign to the airwaves with a television ad that portrays his critics in a hiring scandal as schoolyard bullies and proclaims he never flinched and ultimately won.
The 60-second spot debuting Tuesday says Fletcher stayed focused on his job during the legal turmoil. The commercial boasts of a "booming" economy, a budget surplus, more roads and tax breaks during the governor's term.
Fletcher's commercial opens by showing schoolyard bullies shouting at a book-toting youth who keeps his head up and walks through the group unharmed - an apparent reference to the hiring probe. A narrator says, "Day after day he took it, didn't flinch because fighting is not his way. But he got where he was going. He held his head high. So in his own determined way, he won."
The ad later shows Fletcher at work in his Capitol office and boasts of accomplishments during his tenure. Later, in another reference to the probe, the narrator says, "It's behind us now, and Kentucky's a better place because Ernie came out with his head held high and Kentucky won."
Should Kentucky elect someone who will fight for them? Or should Kentucky re-elect the school yard geek?
Governor’s Fordfare Strategy
Anyone hear Governor Fletcher’s cursing?
Fletcher: “Damn it Marty, Ford is not floundering. If this continues, our Democratic brethren will never pass Fordfare.”
Ryall: “What’s the solution?”
Fletcher: “We’ll have to increase their taxes.”
Ryall: “Taxes in an election year? How Governor?”
Fletcher: “I know, we will have Pence sell them as revenue enhancement.”
Ford shares gain 4% on analyst's upgrade
Credit Suisse this morning lifted its sell recommendation on Ford Motor's shares, rating the stock the equivalent of hold. "We have reviewed our expectations for Ford's first quarter ... We think Ford may post a slightly better than expected result in North America," Credit Suisse analysts wrote in a research note to clients.
Credit Suisse estimates Ford will report a pre-tax loss of $1.4 to $1.5 billion - better than the consensus expectation of a $1.7 billion loss for the quarter ending later this month. Ford rose 31 cents to close at $7.93 today.
Navistar says it will keep making Ford diesels
Navistar International said late today it will keep producing diesel engines for Ford's Louisville-built Super Duty trucks as long as Ford continues paying for them. The agreement falls well short of settling a dispute between the two over whether Ford owes Navistar money or the other way around. Navistar spokesman Roy Wiley said the new order from a Michigan court signed today keeps the status quo established last week when a judge told Navistar to resume shipping engines and Ford to pay for them.
The agreement overrides a temporary order issued in the case, but the two sides will continue negotiating a settlement of the dispute. The announcement late today comes as Ford said it expects to have the Super Duty truck plant back to three full shifts by Monday. The two sides have been arguing over who’s responsible for the cost of recalls in past years and Ford has been withholding some of what it owes Navistar for the new engines to recoup its costs.
Navistar had cut off the supply of engines for the high-profit Super Duty, saying they would resume once Ford starts paying in full. Navistar idled plants in Indianapolis that employ 1,200 people, but the plants restarted Monday under a court order for Navistar to resume shipments of the engines. The Kentucky Truck Plant on Chamberlain Lane cut back production last week, shut down on Friday and was running at most two shifts this week.
At hearing Wednesday before Oakland County Circuit Court Judge John J. McDonald in Pontiac, Mich., attorneys for Navistar and Ford sought time to negotiate a settlement of the dispute. Navistar had said it wants Ford to pay back $125 million it held back from Navistar earlier this year. Ford says it is allowed under its contracts to withhold funds from suppliers in warranty disputes. Navistar says Ford warranty claims are bogus and disputes whether the contract allows such measures.
Fletcher: “Damn it Marty, Ford is not floundering. If this continues, our Democratic brethren will never pass Fordfare.”
Ryall: “What’s the solution?”
Fletcher: “We’ll have to increase their taxes.”
Ryall: “Taxes in an election year? How Governor?”
Fletcher: “I know, we will have Pence sell them as revenue enhancement.”
Ford shares gain 4% on analyst's upgrade
Credit Suisse this morning lifted its sell recommendation on Ford Motor's shares, rating the stock the equivalent of hold. "We have reviewed our expectations for Ford's first quarter ... We think Ford may post a slightly better than expected result in North America," Credit Suisse analysts wrote in a research note to clients.
Credit Suisse estimates Ford will report a pre-tax loss of $1.4 to $1.5 billion - better than the consensus expectation of a $1.7 billion loss for the quarter ending later this month. Ford rose 31 cents to close at $7.93 today.
Navistar says it will keep making Ford diesels
Navistar International said late today it will keep producing diesel engines for Ford's Louisville-built Super Duty trucks as long as Ford continues paying for them. The agreement falls well short of settling a dispute between the two over whether Ford owes Navistar money or the other way around. Navistar spokesman Roy Wiley said the new order from a Michigan court signed today keeps the status quo established last week when a judge told Navistar to resume shipping engines and Ford to pay for them.
The agreement overrides a temporary order issued in the case, but the two sides will continue negotiating a settlement of the dispute. The announcement late today comes as Ford said it expects to have the Super Duty truck plant back to three full shifts by Monday. The two sides have been arguing over who’s responsible for the cost of recalls in past years and Ford has been withholding some of what it owes Navistar for the new engines to recoup its costs.
Navistar had cut off the supply of engines for the high-profit Super Duty, saying they would resume once Ford starts paying in full. Navistar idled plants in Indianapolis that employ 1,200 people, but the plants restarted Monday under a court order for Navistar to resume shipments of the engines. The Kentucky Truck Plant on Chamberlain Lane cut back production last week, shut down on Friday and was running at most two shifts this week.
At hearing Wednesday before Oakland County Circuit Court Judge John J. McDonald in Pontiac, Mich., attorneys for Navistar and Ford sought time to negotiate a settlement of the dispute. Navistar had said it wants Ford to pay back $125 million it held back from Navistar earlier this year. Ford says it is allowed under its contracts to withhold funds from suppliers in warranty disputes. Navistar says Ford warranty claims are bogus and disputes whether the contract allows such measures.
Northup, A RINO? Fuggedaboudit
From On the Right:
Brett Hall, former Fletcher Director of Communications and current campaign mouthpiece, is practicing political demagoguery by implying that Anne Northup "backs a tax increase". Mr. Hall should go back to New Jersey or wherever the hell he came from! In no way is Northup saying that she would raise taxes! Under Northup's proposal a local sales tax option would be up to the legislature; it would not be mandatory;and would require local government approval and approval by the people in a ballot referendum.
"Forget about it" is like if you agree with someone, you know, like "Anne Northup is a RINO, forget about it." But then, if you disagree, like, "Anne Northup’s education policy was brilliant… Forget about it!" you know? But then, it's also like if something's the greatest thing in the world, like the Anne Northup bad day video, "forget about it." But it's also like saying "Go to hell!" too. Like, you know, like, "Hey, Anne, you raising taxes?" and Anne says, "Forget about it!"
Brett Hall, former Fletcher Director of Communications and current campaign mouthpiece, is practicing political demagoguery by implying that Anne Northup "backs a tax increase". Mr. Hall should go back to New Jersey or wherever the hell he came from! In no way is Northup saying that she would raise taxes! Under Northup's proposal a local sales tax option would be up to the legislature; it would not be mandatory;and would require local government approval and approval by the people in a ballot referendum.
"Forget about it" is like if you agree with someone, you know, like "Anne Northup is a RINO, forget about it." But then, if you disagree, like, "Anne Northup’s education policy was brilliant… Forget about it!" you know? But then, it's also like if something's the greatest thing in the world, like the Anne Northup bad day video, "forget about it." But it's also like saying "Go to hell!" too. Like, you know, like, "Hey, Anne, you raising taxes?" and Anne says, "Forget about it!"
Anne Northup: Policy Wreck
From Kentucky Kurmudgeon:
Until this week, former U.S. Rep. Anne Northup had but one message: Gov. Ernie Fletcher can't win in the November election. Now, though, she is giving Republican voters a chance to see why she has a reputation as a policy wonk. Just posted on her Web site this week is a position paper on education that, when printed, runs to six pages.
The position paper touches on a variety of issues: improving math and science education, dealing with failing schools, being open to changes in student testing, handling students with special needs, teacher pay and teaching all non-English-speaking students to speak English.
The paper ends with a segment headed "Why me?" That's the question R voters have been waiting for her to answer. With other position papers scheduled to be rolled out by the Northup campaign in coming weeks, those voters soon will be able to compare what she has to offer with what Fletcher has delivered and promises to deliver in the future.
Policy wonk? Her policy was riddled grammatical errors and spelling inaccuracies.
Kentucky had been clamoring for Northup policy. Anne, please revert to your chanting… “Fletcher can’t win, Fletcher can’t win, Fletcher can’t win.”
Until this week, former U.S. Rep. Anne Northup had but one message: Gov. Ernie Fletcher can't win in the November election. Now, though, she is giving Republican voters a chance to see why she has a reputation as a policy wonk. Just posted on her Web site this week is a position paper on education that, when printed, runs to six pages.
The position paper touches on a variety of issues: improving math and science education, dealing with failing schools, being open to changes in student testing, handling students with special needs, teacher pay and teaching all non-English-speaking students to speak English.
The paper ends with a segment headed "Why me?" That's the question R voters have been waiting for her to answer. With other position papers scheduled to be rolled out by the Northup campaign in coming weeks, those voters soon will be able to compare what she has to offer with what Fletcher has delivered and promises to deliver in the future.
Policy wonk? Her policy was riddled grammatical errors and spelling inaccuracies.
Kentucky had been clamoring for Northup policy. Anne, please revert to your chanting… “Fletcher can’t win, Fletcher can’t win, Fletcher can’t win.”
If Nobody Endorses…
Senator Bunning and Lieutenant Governor Pence endorse Anne Northup. Governor Fletcher garners six Southeastern County Judge-Executives endorsements.
Any clerk of courts or sheriffs endorse him?
From Conservative Edge:
From a Fletcher for Governor press release: Six Southeastern County Judge-Executives Endorse Governor Fletcher Cite Leadership and Accomplishments during First Term. Six county judge-executives from Southeastern Kentucky have endorsed Governor Ernie Fletcher for re-election. McCreary County Judge-Executive Blaine Phillips, Adair County Judge-Executive Ann Melton, Whitley County Judge-Executive Pat White, Pulaski County Judge-Executive Barty Bullock, Clay County Judge-Executive Carl "Crawdad" Sizemore and Cumberland County Judge-Executive Tim Hicks, all pledged their support to Governor Fletcher.
"Governor Fletcher has amassed a long list of accomplishments during the first three years of his administration," they said. "His leadership and focus on improving the lives of Kentuckians is why we believe he should be re-elected. We stand behind the Governor and his great work" the judge-executives agreed in a signed letter of endorsement. They cited several reasons for their support. "
Under his leadership, Kentucky now leads the nation in Medicaid reform. We have more people working in Kentucky today than ever before and we continue to lure new businesses to the state. We are taking better care of our children and working hard to provide them with a solid educational foundation by investing in technology." "Governor Fletcher has earned our undivided support, and we pledge to give him that support today and through the 2007 election" they said.
"We encourage the voters to return Governor Ernie Fletcher to Frankfort for a second term." This brings the total number of county judge-executives who have endorsed Governor Fletcher to 29, including fellow Southeastern Judge-Executives Wilbur Graves of Monroe County, J. M. Hall of Knox County, and Albey Brock of Bell County.
Any clerk of courts or sheriffs endorse him?
From Conservative Edge:
From a Fletcher for Governor press release: Six Southeastern County Judge-Executives Endorse Governor Fletcher Cite Leadership and Accomplishments during First Term. Six county judge-executives from Southeastern Kentucky have endorsed Governor Ernie Fletcher for re-election. McCreary County Judge-Executive Blaine Phillips, Adair County Judge-Executive Ann Melton, Whitley County Judge-Executive Pat White, Pulaski County Judge-Executive Barty Bullock, Clay County Judge-Executive Carl "Crawdad" Sizemore and Cumberland County Judge-Executive Tim Hicks, all pledged their support to Governor Fletcher.
"Governor Fletcher has amassed a long list of accomplishments during the first three years of his administration," they said. "His leadership and focus on improving the lives of Kentuckians is why we believe he should be re-elected. We stand behind the Governor and his great work" the judge-executives agreed in a signed letter of endorsement. They cited several reasons for their support. "
Under his leadership, Kentucky now leads the nation in Medicaid reform. We have more people working in Kentucky today than ever before and we continue to lure new businesses to the state. We are taking better care of our children and working hard to provide them with a solid educational foundation by investing in technology." "Governor Fletcher has earned our undivided support, and we pledge to give him that support today and through the 2007 election" they said.
"We encourage the voters to return Governor Ernie Fletcher to Frankfort for a second term." This brings the total number of county judge-executives who have endorsed Governor Fletcher to 29, including fellow Southeastern Judge-Executives Wilbur Graves of Monroe County, J. M. Hall of Knox County, and Albey Brock of Bell County.
Biting Legislation
Fletcher to lawmakers: Resolve differences or face special session
Gov. Ernie Fletcher said today he is ready to call a special legislative session if lawmakers do not resolve their differences on pension funds and other issues, such as funding for Wolf Creek Dam and the World Equestrian Games.
Governor Fletcher feigns toughness. I am sure the Senators are shaking.
Senate committee strips funding from Boni Bill
A Senate committee stripped funding from a bill designed to improve social worker safety –- narrowing its focus and deleting a provision that would have allowed the state to hire more than 100 social workers and staff. Rep. Tom Burch, D-Louisville, who sponsored the House bill, decried the move. "They made it into a social worker abuse bill," he said. "The Senate has absolutely lost their brains over there."
Social worker abuse bill? How is hiring additional staff abusive?
State pension overhaul stalls
The Senate and House are at a bitter impasse over how to address financial problems of pension funds for state retirees and teachers. The issue has developed into the most contentious in the final days of this year's legislative session. It is not clear whether the differences between the two chambers will derail action on other legislation, particularly on making changes in the state budget -- for example, spending $9 million for runway improvements at Blue Grass Airport. Both House Speaker Jody Richards, D-Bowling Green, and Senate President David Williams, R-Burkesville, gave floor speeches yesterday, claiming the position of the other's chamber on pension funds was wrong.
Everyone commence working… Governor Fletcher has threatened a special session.
Senate mine safety bill nears passage
A measure intended to take some of the danger out of working in underground coal mines could clear the Senate by Monday, a key lawmaker said Thursday. Tom Jensen, R-London, said he expects the legislation, which was unanimously approved by the House earlier this week, to undergo a few modifications. Jensen, chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, met with coalfield legislators, industry representatives and safety advocates over the past two days and found substantial agreement. The measure was assigned to Jensen's committee. "I think we'll get something out," he said.
The bill passes, the bill is dead… Mine safety is Kentucky’s version of in and out.
Lawmaker tries to level playing field on lobbyist contributions
Rep. David Osborne, a Republican from Oldham County, has proposed a measure that would allow legislators running for office to accept contributions from lobbyists as well as another proposal that would ban all candidates from taking lobbyists' money. Osborne attached the two conflicting measures onto the Senate's campaign finance reform bill that's now pending in the House. "I just think it's a fairness issue," Osborne said.
Another politician fighting corruption. Everyone, climb Mount Everest. That is actually accomplishable.
Senate OKs higher minimum wage
Nearly 200,000 low-income workers moved closer to a major pay raise yesterday as the Republican-controlled Senate overwhelmingly approved a measure that would raise Kentucky's minimum hourly wage from $5.15 to $7.25 over the next two years.
Super markets prepare price guns…
Senate won't approve House-recommended changes to adoption bill
The Senate won't approve changes made by the House to a bill designed to provide more protection to biological parents in danger of having their parental rights terminated. Republican leadership decided during a caucus meeting Friday morning not to approve the changes. The move doesn't mean the issue is dead, said Sen. Julie Denton, R-Louisville. A compromise probably will be agreed to when the two legislative bodies go to conference, she said.
The adoption process is damaged. God forbid we attempt alteration.
Human trafficking bill headed to Fletcher
A bill to ban human trafficking in Kentucky won final legislative passage in the House today, a victory for advocacy groups who have said cases of forced labor or exploitation have begun to surface in Kentucky. The vote was unanimous.
This is Kentucky. How much human trafficking occurs?
Bill passed to hold down delinquent tax bill costs
Kentucky lawmakers have passed legislation aimed at holding down charges by investors who pile on legal fees and other costs when they sell a delinquent tax bill back to the original property owner.
Paging all certified public accountants…
Senate approves higher interstate speed limits; bill goes to governor
Motorists might soon be able to drive 70 mph on Kentucky's interstates and parkways under a measure approved by the state Senate on Friday. The measure now moves to Republican Gov. Ernie Fletcher for his signature. In the past, Fletcher has been supportive of measures to raise the speed limit to 70. The Senate approved the higher speed limit last month.
Finally, speeding is legal.
Bill bans bus drivers from using cells while at wheel
Kentucky school bus drivers would be barred from using cell phones while transporting children under a bill approved by a Senate panel on Thursday.
Why is a law necessary?
Bill would ban alcohol-vaporizer devices
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill Thursday that would outlaw sale or ownership of an alcohol-vaporizer device to consume alcohol. "It’s the latest trend. We want to stop it in its tracks," Rep. Susan Westrom, a Lexington Democrat who is the sponsor of House Bill 125, told the committee.”
Drug users newest avenue.
Gov. Ernie Fletcher said today he is ready to call a special legislative session if lawmakers do not resolve their differences on pension funds and other issues, such as funding for Wolf Creek Dam and the World Equestrian Games.
Governor Fletcher feigns toughness. I am sure the Senators are shaking.
Senate committee strips funding from Boni Bill
A Senate committee stripped funding from a bill designed to improve social worker safety –- narrowing its focus and deleting a provision that would have allowed the state to hire more than 100 social workers and staff. Rep. Tom Burch, D-Louisville, who sponsored the House bill, decried the move. "They made it into a social worker abuse bill," he said. "The Senate has absolutely lost their brains over there."
Social worker abuse bill? How is hiring additional staff abusive?
State pension overhaul stalls
The Senate and House are at a bitter impasse over how to address financial problems of pension funds for state retirees and teachers. The issue has developed into the most contentious in the final days of this year's legislative session. It is not clear whether the differences between the two chambers will derail action on other legislation, particularly on making changes in the state budget -- for example, spending $9 million for runway improvements at Blue Grass Airport. Both House Speaker Jody Richards, D-Bowling Green, and Senate President David Williams, R-Burkesville, gave floor speeches yesterday, claiming the position of the other's chamber on pension funds was wrong.
Everyone commence working… Governor Fletcher has threatened a special session.
Senate mine safety bill nears passage
A measure intended to take some of the danger out of working in underground coal mines could clear the Senate by Monday, a key lawmaker said Thursday. Tom Jensen, R-London, said he expects the legislation, which was unanimously approved by the House earlier this week, to undergo a few modifications. Jensen, chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, met with coalfield legislators, industry representatives and safety advocates over the past two days and found substantial agreement. The measure was assigned to Jensen's committee. "I think we'll get something out," he said.
The bill passes, the bill is dead… Mine safety is Kentucky’s version of in and out.
Lawmaker tries to level playing field on lobbyist contributions
Rep. David Osborne, a Republican from Oldham County, has proposed a measure that would allow legislators running for office to accept contributions from lobbyists as well as another proposal that would ban all candidates from taking lobbyists' money. Osborne attached the two conflicting measures onto the Senate's campaign finance reform bill that's now pending in the House. "I just think it's a fairness issue," Osborne said.
Another politician fighting corruption. Everyone, climb Mount Everest. That is actually accomplishable.
Senate OKs higher minimum wage
Nearly 200,000 low-income workers moved closer to a major pay raise yesterday as the Republican-controlled Senate overwhelmingly approved a measure that would raise Kentucky's minimum hourly wage from $5.15 to $7.25 over the next two years.
Super markets prepare price guns…
Senate won't approve House-recommended changes to adoption bill
The Senate won't approve changes made by the House to a bill designed to provide more protection to biological parents in danger of having their parental rights terminated. Republican leadership decided during a caucus meeting Friday morning not to approve the changes. The move doesn't mean the issue is dead, said Sen. Julie Denton, R-Louisville. A compromise probably will be agreed to when the two legislative bodies go to conference, she said.
The adoption process is damaged. God forbid we attempt alteration.
Human trafficking bill headed to Fletcher
A bill to ban human trafficking in Kentucky won final legislative passage in the House today, a victory for advocacy groups who have said cases of forced labor or exploitation have begun to surface in Kentucky. The vote was unanimous.
This is Kentucky. How much human trafficking occurs?
Bill passed to hold down delinquent tax bill costs
Kentucky lawmakers have passed legislation aimed at holding down charges by investors who pile on legal fees and other costs when they sell a delinquent tax bill back to the original property owner.
Paging all certified public accountants…
Senate approves higher interstate speed limits; bill goes to governor
Motorists might soon be able to drive 70 mph on Kentucky's interstates and parkways under a measure approved by the state Senate on Friday. The measure now moves to Republican Gov. Ernie Fletcher for his signature. In the past, Fletcher has been supportive of measures to raise the speed limit to 70. The Senate approved the higher speed limit last month.
Finally, speeding is legal.
Bill bans bus drivers from using cells while at wheel
Kentucky school bus drivers would be barred from using cell phones while transporting children under a bill approved by a Senate panel on Thursday.
Why is a law necessary?
Bill would ban alcohol-vaporizer devices
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill Thursday that would outlaw sale or ownership of an alcohol-vaporizer device to consume alcohol. "It’s the latest trend. We want to stop it in its tracks," Rep. Susan Westrom, a Lexington Democrat who is the sponsor of House Bill 125, told the committee.”
Drug users newest avenue.
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