Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has signed Senate Bill 47 into law, expanding access to medical marijuana for patients with debilitating conditions. However, state lawmakers are now seeking to modify the law by implementing policies related to impaired driving and recreational marijuana decriminalization. Senate Bill 32, introduced by Senator Johnnie Turner, would establish a legal threshold of five nanograms of THC per milliliter of blood for determining impairment while operating a vehicle. Currently, any driver who tests positive for traces of THC in their blood is considered under the influence, even if the effects have worn off. Meanwhile, House Bill 72, introduced by Representative Nima Kulkarni, proposes the decriminalization of recreational marijuana possession, cultivation, and trafficking for personal use. The measure would allow individuals aged 21 and older to possess up to an ounce of marijuana, five grams of THC concentrates, or up to five cannabis plants. The proposed dec
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Republican leaders both local and statewide came together at Q Coffee Emporium on Tuesday for “Coffee and Conversation” to discuss legislative priorities in the upcoming session.
For Russell Coleman, a career in law enforcement has been a lifelong calling. His career has included working as an assistant commonwealth’s attorney, a U.S. Department of Justice staffer for