Recognizing Generosity
November 16, 2009
First Lady Beshear celebrated the phenomenal successes of a man whose selflessness and concern for others proves the undeniable power of one to make a difference.
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Seeking, Delivering Jobs
November 10, 2009
Gov. Beshear announced that Hitachi will expand its Harrodsburg operation, adding a new advanced fuel system production line; the expansion could also result in an additional product line.
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Covering Kentucky's Kids
November 2, 2009
Gov. Beshear announced that the state is projected to enroll an additional 35,000 children in the KCHIP or Medicaid programs by the end of 2009, six months ahead of schedule.
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Renewing Mental Health Care
October 29, 2009
Gov. Beshear unveiled plans and artist renderings of a new Eastern State Hospital facility, to be built on a site at UK's Coldstream Research Campus in Lexington.
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Providing Tools for Change
October 26, 2009
Gov. Beshear announced that Kentucky is joining forces with an innovative national effort to curb smoking by providing smokers with resources designed to help those struggling to quit.
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Re-energizing Our Schools
October 19, 2009
Gov. Beshear launched his new education initiative to create a unified vision of what schools in the Commonwealth need to offer in order to better serve students today and tomorrow.
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Something to Smile About
October 13, 2009
Gov. Beshear announced that his administration will embark on an aggressive, potentially ground-breaking initiative to improve dental health among children throughout Eastern Kentucky.
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Maintaining Priorities
October 12, 2009
Gov. Beshear: The federal stimulus program is doing exactly what it is intended to do and is delivering on its promise of maintaining jobs and programs in education and health care.
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Pursuing Investment
October 1, 2009
In the past two decades, the Far East has become a source of thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in investment for Kentucky. Gov. Beshear departs Saturday for Japan and China.
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Keeping Jobs in Kentucky
September 29, 2009
Gov. Beshear and Economic Development Cabinet Secretary Larry Hayes joined company and community officials in Franklin to announce the retention of 460 Kentucky jobs at Berry Plastics.
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Honoring Those Who Served
September 18, 2009
Governor Steve Beshear ceremonially broke ground today on the Commonwealth’s fourth state veterans cemetery in Greenup County, which should open in 2010.
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Energy Works for Kentucky
September 15, 2009
Energy efficiency and increased use of renewable energy sources in Kentucky got a substantial boost this week with more than $10M in grants from the U.S. Department of Energy.
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Promoting Healthy Choices
September 10, 2009
With influenza season just around the corner, the governor and first lady received their seasonal flu vaccinations from Dr. Daniel Mongiardo, Kentucky’s lieutenant governor.
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Securing Our Future
September 2, 2009
Gov. Beshear has formed the Kentucky Biomass and Biofuels Development Task Force. The group will work to develop a sustainable biomass and biofuels industry in Kentucky.
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Preserving Our History
September 2, 2009
Governor Steve Beshear today signed an executive order establishing a commission that will recognize and celebrate the pivotal role Kentucky played in the Civil War.
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Celebrating Our Heritage
August 25, 2009
Gov. Beshear honored Kentucky’s signature bourbon industry for its tremendous economic and tourism impact by declaring September “Bourbon Heritage Month” in the Commonwealth.
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Modernizing Police Work
August 19, 2009
Gov. Beshear today unveiled the Kentucky State Police's new
Crime Scene Response Vehicle,
a 2009 Ford Super Duty Truck equipped with everything needed for on-scene crime analysis.
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Rewarding Innovation
August 17, 2009
Gov. Steve Beshear today recognized more than 50 Kentucky researchers and high-tech entrepreneurs who have recently received funding from the Commonwealth.
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High Standards, Results
August 11, 2009
Gov. Beshear announced that Joe Prather, who has implemented important reforms as secretary of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, will be leaving his post on Sept. 30.
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Disaster Assistance
August 11, 2009
Gov. Beshear declared a state of emergency and asked President Obama to declare a major disaster for the Commonwealth as a result of the severe storms and flooding that struck on August 4.
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Car Credit Becomes Law
July 16, 2009
A new car trade-in allowance that goes into effect this fall could make buying a new car a little easier. The measure was passed by the legislature during the 2009 Special Session.
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Helping Local Governments
July 16, 2009
Gov. Steve Beshear today announced a further action to help hard-pressed local governments bear the cost of necessary public services.
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Attracting Investment
July 7, 2009
Gov. Steve Beshear today ceremoniously signed House Bill 3, which includes incentives designed to attract movie productions and other film industry opportunities to the Commonwealth.
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Goals Met, Promises Kept
June 24, 2009
Gov. Beshear said the Special Session's accomplishments will save and create thousands of jobs and stimulate hundreds of millions of dollars in investment and economic growth.
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Preserving Commitments
June 3, 2009
Gov. Beshear's proposed budget for next year does not raise taxes on working families while preserving basic funding for classroom instruction, health care, and key areas of public safety.
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Delivering for Kentucky
April 13, 2009
Gov. Beshear announced that Kentucky has been selected as the site for a proposed domestic battery manufacturing and headquarters facility which would bring investment and jobs.
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Bringing Industry to KY
April 8, 2009
The Commonwealth of Kentucky, UK, and U of L are partnering with Argonne National Laboratory to establish a national Battery Manufacturing Research and Development Center.
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Honoring Sacrifice
March 13, 2009
Governor Beshear presented 38 Kentucky Medals for Freedom today to the families of 15 Kentucky military members who died in combat.
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Stimulating the Economy
February 25, 2009
Gov. Beshear unveiled the “Kentucky at Work” initiative – the details of an estimated $3 billion in stimulus funding from the federal government that will be invested in Kentucky.
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Supporting Kentucky's Kids
February 19, 2009
Recognizing the significant role a child’s younger years play in future achievements, Gov. Beshear has created the Task Force on Early Childhood Development and Education.
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Cooperative Leadership
February 13, 2008
Hailing a spirit of bipartisanship and cooperation, Gov. Steve Beshear today signed a budget package that he said protects funding for basic education, health care and public safety.
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Restocking the Pantries
January 30, 2009
Today, in conjunction with universities and community organizations, Gov. Beshear launched a statewide campaign to “Restock the Pantries” at Kentucky’s dwindling food banks.
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Tax Prep Resources
January 5, 2009
Gov. Beshear encourages more Kentuckians to apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), a refundable federal tax credit for low- and middle-income working individuals and families.
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Protecting Our Values
December 11, 2008
Gov. Beshear today proposed a plan to address the state’s budget crisis that would protect funding for education as well as the state’s most vulnerable populations through vital state services.
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Protecting Kentucky Jobs
December 4, 2008
Joined by Ford executives at the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Governor Beshear and Mayor Abramson said the two Ford plants in Louisville are too important to the economy to fail.
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Advocating for Kentuckians
December 2, 2008
Governor Beshear joined governors from across the nation in Philadelphia today for a meeting with President-Elect Barack Obama to discuss the country’s current economic crisis.
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Comprehensive Energy Plan
November 20, 2008
Governor Beshear unveiled the state’s first-ever comprehensive energy plan, which calls for significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions while creating some 40,000 jobs.
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Prescription Assistance
October 31, 2008
Governor Beshear unveiled the Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program (KPAP), a new program to aid eligible Kentuckians in locating free or reduced cost prescription drugs.
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Protecting Kentucky Jobs
October 30, 2008
Governor Beshear announced an amended incentive package giving Ford Motor Company the green light to invest an additional $200 million at its two Louisville manufacturing plants.
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New Assistance Web Site
October 23, 2008
Governor Beshear today unveiled a new Web site, assistance.ky.gov, a one-stop-shop providing readily accessible links to critical resources in tough economic times.
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Leading on the Economy
October 9, 2008
Governor Beshear announced steps to continue building Kentucky's economy and ensure that basic services and financial institutions are protected in these challenging economic times.
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Public Safety First
September 23, 2008
Governor Beshear plans to elevate the oversight and fiscal management of several key public safety technology programs under a single umbrella of protection known as “Public Safety First.”
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Ensuring Our Safety
September 14, 2008
Governor Beshear declared a state of emergency, providing the necessary authorization to take a broad range of steps to ensure safety in the wake of storms that hit the state.
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Insuring Our Children
September 3, 2008
Governor Beshear announced a plan to get more eligible children into the Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program (KCHIP).
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Protecting Our Industry
August 25, 2008
Governor Beshear announced his support for a ban on steroids in horse racing, and deemed the issue an emergency so a ban could take immediate effect.
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Creating New Jobs
August 25, 2008
Governor Beshear announced 4,000 new jobs and a low-speed electric vehicle manufacturing plant coming to Simpson County with the help of state incentives to Integrity Automotive, LLC.
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Making Education Affordable
August 15, 2008
Governor Beshear unveiled an innovative financing solution to ensure student loans remain available to Kentuckians from the state’s only public, nonprofit student loan provider during the 2008-2009 school year.
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Practical Solutions
August 4, 2008
Governor Beshear announced “Practical Solutions,” an initiative aimed at ensuring continued excellence and safety in highway design and construction while stretching limited transportation funds.
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