State government has a direct impact on the lives of Kentucky’s citizens. From health care to education to environmental issues, your state lawmakers make decisions that affect you and your family. But how much do you know about what happens in the state house and senate chambers?

Use this Kentucky Government Guide to find answers to your questions.

HOW KENTUCKY GOVERNMENT WORKS

Bills passed in the state legislature directly impact your day-to-day life, but how much do you know about how Kentucky's government works?

Find out about the different branches of government, who’s who in Kentucky's government, and how you can reach your lawmaker.

How Kentucky Government Works

IMPORTANT DATES

Kentucky Legislative Calendar

GOVERNMENT WEBSITES

KEEP TRACK OF BILLs

Every year, important legislation is filed in the Kentucky House and Senate. With only a maximum of 30 days in the legislative session, not all of them make it up for debate.

Do you have an issue that's important to you? Keep tabs on what your lawmakers are talking about so you can be in the know.

Kentucky State Legislature Bill Watch

Find Your State Lawmakers

The Kentucky Legislature is made up of a Kentucky Senate and a Kentucky House of Representatives. Each Kentucky resident has a state senator and state representative that represents them in Frankfort.

Not sure who represents you? You can look up all your representatives by going to the Kentucky Legislature Website and typing in your address.

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