Kentuckys

Funding Hurdles Stall Kentucky’s Kinship Care Law, Leaving Families in Limbo as Advocates Push for Action

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FRANKFORT, Ky. — A year has passed since Kentucky’s Senate Bill 151 was enacted, yet many kinship caregivers are still without the promised resources. This legislation was designed to provide financial support to relatives, often grandparents or aunts and uncles, who step in to care for children. However, the bill has encountered significant delays due to ongoing funding disputes. Governor Andy Beshear introduced the “Kinship Bill” to address concerns that kinship caregivers deserve financial support comparable to that received by foster families. Despite the law receiving approval, the financial backing required to implement it is … Read more

Kentucky’s Bold Custody Shift: Balancing Revolution and Concerns in Divorce Laws

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FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky’s adoption of a law establishing 50% shared custody as the default in divorce cases has sparked significant changes to family law since its implementation in 2018. This legislation aims to improve outcomes for children by promoting equal parenting time, thus reshaping how divorces are handled in the state. Advocates for the law argue that it prioritizes children’s best interests by ensuring that both parents remain actively involved in their lives. Supporters assert that time spent with each parent fosters healthy relationships and emotional well-being for children navigating the challenges of divorce. … Read more

Transgender Inmate Challenges Kentucky’s New Law Limiting Hormone Therapy in Landmark Lawsuit

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — A transgender woman imprisoned in Kentucky has filed a lawsuit against the state’s Department of Corrections, challenging a new law that limits her access to hormone replacement therapy. The lawsuit, initiated by the American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky on behalf of Maddilyn Marcum, contends that the law infringes upon both her Eighth Amendment rights, which protect against cruel and unusual punishment, and her rights under the Fourteenth Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause. Earlier this year, the Republican-led Kentucky General Assembly enacted Senate Bill 2, which prohibits the Department of Corrections from prescribing … Read more

Kentucky’s New Laws Ignite Controversy: From Abortion Clarity to DEI Cuts, Here’s What Changed

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A new wave of legislation enacted during the 2025 session of the Kentucky General Assembly took effect Friday, implementing significant changes across various sectors including education, public safety, and civil rights. The measures, largely pushed by the Republican supermajority in the legislature, encountered opposition from Governor Andy Beshear, who vetoed several key bills. Among the most notable new laws is House Bill 4, which mandates public universities and colleges to eliminate their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including training sessions aimed at students and faculty. Governor Beshear criticized the bill, warning … Read more