Kentucky is No. 4 in smoking, down from No. 2
But at 17.4% of adults, experts say the state's smoking rate is still way too high
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But at 17.4% of adults, experts say the state's smoking rate is still way too high
Winds up passing a vaping bill some say could spur youth smoking
The bill now requires hospitals, birthing centers, and midwives to offer perinatal palliative care.
It now goes to the House with just days left in the legislative session.
Critics disappointed more qualifying conditions not added and say it increases hurdles
But the budget process isn’t over – the House has to agree with the Senate’s changes.
Kentucky Youth Advocates calls on Senate to make it stronger
Sponsor says alternate bill on retailing is expected
Kentucky is struggling to “catch up” on childhood vaccinations.
The new director didn’t want to get into ibogaine at his first meeting – but the audience did.
Kentucky Republicans have looked more traditional than Trumpian – at least, until the recent RPK resolution. Al Cross says it’s time for the Trumpers to stop.
Similar bills have been filed in the past, but did not get passed.
Legislators expect to address youth vaping, maternal mortality, insurance issues and maybe abortion in upcoming session
Lots of back and forth, with Cameron repeatedly saying Beshear was lying.
He wants to use Medicaid block grants to local governments to fund the system.
The Beshear reg expanded dental, vision and hearing services for Medicaid patients. it'll remain in place for now.