Area Legislators Weigh In On State Of Commonwealth Address

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A willingness to work with the Kentucky General Assembly during this budget session is the message some local legislators heard during Governor Beshear’s State of the Commonwealth Address.

State Representatives Myron Dossett and Walker Thomas and State Senators Whitney Westerfield and Jason Howell discuss Governor Beshear’s State of the Commonwealth address and their priorities for the 2024 session during Your News Edge’s Legislative Update.

8th District State Representative Walker Thomas, who has constituents in Christian, Trigg, and Caldwell Counties, says he was pleased hear Governor Beshear’s willingness to work together.

click to download audio9th District State Representative Myron Dossett, who represents Christian County, says Governor Beshear’s recognition of the sacrifices made by Fort Campbell soldiers last year was important for the region.

click to download audio3rd District State Senator Whitney Westerfield, who represents Christian, Caldwell, and Muhlenburg Counties, says he did not listen to the Governor’s State of the Commonwealth address Wednesday night, but is aware of some the budget concerns.

click to download audioFirst District State Senator Jason Howell, who represents Trigg, Lyon, Calloway, Graves, Crittenden, Hickman, and Fulton Counties, says he is hoping for a better working relationship this session.

click to download audioLegislators comments on the State of the Commonwealth Address and other priorities can be heard during Your News Edge’s Legislative Update Program that can be heard Sundays following the Noon News Edge on 96.5 and 100.9 WHVO and online at whvoradio.com and wkdzradio.com.

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