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Kentuckians will now be required to wear masks in most public situations under a new Executive Order issued by Governor Andy Beshear this afternoon. The Executive Order can be read here. The order goes into effect on July 10 at 5:00pm and will be in effect for at least 30…

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA, goes into effect today. This major international trade deal has been a top priority for GLI because of the importance of trade to Greater Louisville’s regional economy. As a manufacturing and logistics hub, access to international markets and certainty for businesses when it comes…

One week after election day, full results are now available for Kentucky’s 2020 primary election. Results were delayed due to COVID-19 and a high number of absentee ballots. The election set the stage for the Commonwealth’s U.S. Senate race as well as other key races in November and saw several…

Last week, Louisville Metro Council passed the FY2021 Operating Budget by a vote of 24 to 1. The new budget goes into effect on July 1, 2020, and includes several measures of interest to the business community.

GLI wrote to members of the Interim Joint Committee on Judiciary of the Kentucky General Assembly this afternoon, urging committee members to take the lead on establishing COVID-19 liability protections for Kentucky businesses. The Committee is intending to discuss this issue at its upcoming meeting on July 9. Read GLI’s…

A new grant program for Louisville small businesses impacted by COVID-19 will begin accepting applications on July 1, 2020. The program includes $21 million in federal CARES Act funds that will be dispersed in grants of up to $50,000 to eligible small businesses in Jefferson County. GLI voiced support for…

With businesses reopening and employees returning to work, employers may find a need to re-familiarize themselves with the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Congress passed this legislation in March, near the onset of the pandemic in the United States. FFCRA establishes new paid sick leave and paid leave provisions…

GLI is once again calling on Congress to take action to protect Dreamers from the threat of deportation and detainment. Dreamers, or individuals eligible for protections under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, are major contributors to our regional economy and workforce. The program was established by the Obama…

Local school districts in Kentucky will now have new health and safety guidelines to follow as they welcome students back this fall. Governor Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Department of Education announced the new guidelines at a press conference this afternoon. Local school districts will be expected to develop their…

June 29 marks the next phase of Kentucky’s Healthy at Work initiative. All businesses should take note of the basic minimum reopening requirements for all businesses. Changes on June 29 pertain to: Bars and Restaurants Groups of 50 people or fewer Public Swimming and Bathing Facilities Venues and Events Spaces…