Bill > HB503

This bill appropriates funds for the operations, maintenance, and support of Kentucky's Legislative Branch for the fiscal years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028, detailing specific amounts from the General Fund and Restricted Funds to the Legislative Research Commission. It includes provisions that suspend the operation of the Kentucky Long-Term Policy Research Center and the distribution of the Legislative Record, while allowing for electronic distribution of official legislative publications. The bill also mandates a 20 percent reduction in certain operating expenses for the Legislative Research Commission, requires a plan and quarterly reports on progress, and adjusts legislator compensation and allowances. Furthermore, it clarifies that unexpended balances will not lapse and outlines general provisions regarding expenditure authority, capital construction, and the severability of budget provisions, while also stipulating that the Legislative Branch will participate in budget reduction or surplus expenditure plans as outlined in KRS Chapter 48, with exemptions for constitutional duties.

Budget and Finance

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb503.html