Kentucky to Implement New Laws in 2025: Vision Screenings Required for Driver’s License Renewals, Vape Sales Restricted, Medical Marijuana Sales Begin

Lexington, Kentucky ushers in the new year with several significant legal changes taking effect on January 1. These legislative updates impact a wide spectrum of activities in the Bluegrass State, from stringent regulations on vaping products to ensuring safer roads through mandatory vision tests for drivers renewing their licenses. Kentucky residents desiring to renew their driving permits starting in 2025 will be mandated to undertake a vision screening—a requirement akin to that for newbie drivers. According to AAA Bluegrass spokesperson Lori Weaver Hawkins, the quick test, which lasts approximately a minute, will be available at … Read more

Ouachita Parish Voters to Decide on Key Funding Renewals in Upcoming March 29 Election

Monroe, LA — Voters in Ouachita Parish will head to the polls on March 29 to decide the fate of several property tax renewals critical for maintaining local services and facilities. The Ouachita Parish Police Jury has approved the inclusion of these renewals on the upcoming ballot, emphasizing their importance in funding crucial county operations including drainage, public health, and fire protection. The propositions set for voter decision encompass various sectors dependent on these taxes, including the Ouachita Parish Health Unit, which relies on a 2.51 mill tax. This particular levy is earmarked for vital … Read more