Coronavirus

'Yesterday, I introduced the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act: Senate Republicans' bold proposal to continue combating this health crisis and the economic crisis it is causing... The nation's needs and expectations are clear. Workers, families, small businesses, and the foundations of our economy itself need swift action.'

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act:

“We’re glad to be able to get these essential medical supplies back in the hands of the communities where they came from to assist our law enforcement and first responders with the response to COVID-19,” said Attorney General Cameron (center). 

FRANKFORT, KY (March 20, 2020) – Attorney General Daniel Cameron today distributed medical supplies to aid local law enforcement and first responders with responding to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.  The supplies were obtained as part of a multi-state price gouging investigation following a scheme that occurred in Kentucky and Tennessee.

LONDON, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Kentucky State Senator Albert Robinson is assisting the state Attorney General's office in the distribution of hand sanitizers, wipes, and masks to be given to first responders along the I-75 corridor.

FRANKFORT, KY – For the duration of the COVID-19 health emergency that has restricted visitors at the State Capitol and Capitol Annex, live video of all General Assembly standing committee meetings will be available for online viewing.

‘We are crafting the major legislation that the American people deserve in the face of this major challenge. And it is my intention that the Senate will not adjourn until we have passed significant and bold new steps, above and beyond what the House passed, to help our strong nation and our strong underlying economy weather this storm.’

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding coronavirus: