State’s General Fund receipts fall 2.7 percent, Road Fund increases 7.1 percent in latest OSBD report
The Office of State Budget Director reported that November’s General Fund receipts fell 2.7 percent, or $33.7 million, over last…
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Ky. General Fund records $1.84 billion in receipts in April for highest monthly amount ever recorded
The Office of State Budget Director (OSBD) reported Tuesday that April’s level of General Fund receipts of $1.84 billion is…
NKY’s Adam Koenig aims to look out for horse racing’s bettors — seeks to eliminate ‘breakage’
By Jennie Rees Kentucky Racing Spotlight Kentucky State Representative Adam Koenig is taking up the banner for the most-neglected component…
Brian Joslyn: Significant racial disparities in marijuana arrests in Kentucky
In today’s complex world, we’re all aware of the pitfalls of how information and opinions are shared online and within…
Kentucky Lottery revenues increase funding for need-based student aid programs by $15 million
A good year for the Kentucky Lottery means that the state’s students will be eligible for $15 million more in…
Dave Spaulding: It’s time to stop blocking gaming; at least, pass sports wagering; tell your legislator
Kentucky has a long history of gambling. Horses are part of our culture. We have a billion-dollar lottery and bingo at our…
Jason Bailey: Will the 2020 Budget Session be like watching Groundhog Day? State needs better
Groundhog Day in 2020 is less than a week after Governor-Elect Beshear is due to lay out his budget proposal…
UK, UofL presidents speak to appropriations, revenue committee about priorities and funding issues
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The presidents of Kentucky’s two largest public universities appeared before a legislative committee on Tuesday…
First two months of fiscal year show 4.5 percent revenue grow, reports Budget Director Chilton
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today There was more good news for state revenues in the first two months of the…
Some Kentucky lawmakers continue to push for expanded gaming, legalized casinos for pensions
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today One of Kentucky’s top lawmakers questioned last week whether a constitutional amendment is necessary to…
State budget report shows receipts down in January by 2.1 percent compared to last year; road fund up
The Office of State Budget Director reported Friday that January’s General Fund receipts fell 2.1 percent compared to January of…
Kentucky’s General Fund receipts grew by 2.9 percent in December; Road Fund falls by 13.4 percent
The Office of State Budget Director reported that December’s General Fund receipts rose 2.9 percent compared to December of last…
State General Fund receipts rose 1.4 percent in November; road fund income up 12.1 percent
State Budget Director John Chilton reported Friday that General Fund receipts rose 1.4 percent in November compared to last year….