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Protecting businesses’ bottom line throughout the pandemic and our economic recovery is a key priority for GLI. That’s why we are working to make sure that Kentucky businesses are fully able to deduct expenses paid with forgiven Paycheck Protection Program loans, just as they are able to do under federal…

This morning, GLI Advocacy staff testified in Frankfort in support legislation to expand access to education and advance racial equity, leading to unanimous passage of the bill by legislators. Before the House Education Committee, GLI Director of Public Policy & Government Affairs, Charles Aull, voiced the business community’s support for…

On its return from the January recess on February 2, the legislature wasted no time in overriding gubernatorial vetoes of seven bills. Override votes were completed in each chamber within a matter of hours. Governor Beshear also wasted no time in challenging the constitutionality of HB 1, SB 1 and…

This op-ed first appeared in The Courier Journal on February 4, 2021.  As our state continues reeling from a global pandemic and resulting economic restrictions, the General Assembly faces unprecedented challenges.  It is imperative legislators fulfill their obligation to help our state heal and move forward from a year that…

Louisville, Ky. (February 4, 2021) – The Greater Louisville Foundation (GLF) announced its leadership, including a new Vice Chair, as well as two new members that will join its Board of Directors. Matt Thornton, Principal of Thornton Capital, was re-elected Chair of the GLF Board, while Joe Ventura, Chief Legal…

The Kentucky General Assembly returned to session today for the remaining 22 days of the 2021 Session. Legislative activity will be intense as the General Assembly deals with significant issues during the pandemic under new procedures and an amended calendar.

GLI is continuing its push to establish federal-level COVID liability protections for businesses. While Congress did not include these critical protections in December’s year-end spending and relief bill, pro-business organization continue to advocate for them in the next federal stimulus package. GLI recently signed on to a coalition letter with…

Louisville, Ky. (February 1, 2021) – To address ongoing calls for racial justice throughout the nation, Greater Louisville Inc. (GLI) continues to work with the business community to directly address inequities in the region. In an effort to broaden the business community’s role in creating a more equitable community, GLI…