Kentucky's 2011 legislative session begins
Kentucky's short, 30-day 2011 "organizational" legislative session began today. A number of pre-filed bills fall in UWKY's arena of interest and we are watching them closely for further development. Review the full list here.
Today, the Courier-Journal released an editorial by Louisville attorney, John David Dyche, addressing the importance of one of these bills, HB 88, the "Healthy Goals for School Children" Act, pre-filed by Rep. Addia Wuchner (R-66). Read the full article here.
Have questions? Contact Terry Tolan or Kevin Middleton for more information on UWKY's public policy agenda.
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Stay informed and get involved!
Information on the status of each bill lawmakers are considering is available on the Bill Status Line, (866) 840-2835. A taped message containing information on legislative committee meetings is updated daily at (800) 633-9650.
Use your voice! To leave a message for any legislator, call the General Assembly's toll-free Message Line at (800) 372-7181.
People with hearing difficulties may leave messages for lawmakers by calling the TTY Message Line at (800) 896-0305. ¿Habla usted español? (866) 840-6574
You can also write any legislator by sending a letter with the lawmaker's name to: Capitol Annex, 702 Capitol Avenue, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601.
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Support Kentucky's Kids - Join UWKY for Children's Advocacy Day 2011
Join us for the 7th Annual Children's Advocacy Day at the Capitol on February 17, 2011. Doctors, teachers, public health experts, elected officials, members of the military, seniors, and kids will all be coming together to tell legislators that it's time to invest in Kentucky's youth! Register for Children's Advocacy Day at the Capitol today!
Where: The Capitol Rotunda, Frankfort, KY
When: Thursday, February 17, 2011
Check-in/Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. EDT on the second floor.
Rally begins at 10:00 a.m. EDT in the Rotunda.
Print and share the flyer! Questions? Contact Kevin Middleton for more information.
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The UWKY Advocacy Brief is a service of United Way of Kentucky. For more information on UWKY's public policy platform, visit uwky.org/policy.html.
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