Moser’s biomarker testing bill now law after governor’s signature

from LinkNKY Gov. Andy Beshear signed a bill requiring insurance companies to cover biomarker testing, which advocates say will improve the state’s dismal cancer statistics. Sponsored by Rep. Kim Moser (R-Taylor Mill), House Bill 180 will cover biomarker testing, which healthcare professionals say is a way to determine the best treatment for each individual. “Biomarker… Read More

Change to juvenile justice bill would allow detainees access to mental health care

from LinkNKY A juvenile justice bill cleared the House floor Tuesday, but only after an amendment added by a Northern Kentucky legislator was included — a key mental health component to the bill that will allow detained juveniles to access care while in custody. Rep. Kim Moser (R-Taylor Mill) added the amendment to House Bill… Read More

Moser continues as health committee chair

from LinkNKY Representative Kim Moser (R-Taylor Mill) will serve another term as Chair of the Kentucky House’s Health Committee, House Speaker David Osborne announced recently. Moser previously chaired the Health and Family Services Committee, but it was split into two separate committees.  “It is an honor to be able to continue to lead the House… Read More

Chamber recognizes 11 legislators as MVPs of the 2020 General Assembly

from Kentucky Chamber Bottom Line The 2020 General Assembly saw progress on many issues important to the business community. The Kentucky Chamber announced the recognition of 11 legislators who displayed conspicuous actions which helped ensure this success. Recipients of the 2020 Kentucky Chamber MVP Award showed strong leadership for the business community by sponsoring or… Read More

Legislative Update: COVID-19

Last week, the Kentucky General Assembly recessed on Thursday after sending the state budget to a working group to iron out some of the differences between the House and Senate plans. It is our constitutional duty to pass a balanced biennial budget, which is the primary focus of this legislative session. When the legislature returns… Read More