New Try on Ban of Partner Benefits

Looking ahead to the General Assembly in January, KFTC has a number of priority campaigns such as our Stream Saver Bill, restoration of voting rights for former felons, and progressive tax reform.  But we also support allies on such issues as immigrant rights and LGBT rights / fairness bills.

One bill to take away the abilities of Universities to provide benefits to domestic partners has recently been filed.  Below is a story from the Lexington Herald-Leader.

New try on ban of partner benefits 2 Democrats are behind idea now

Two Democratic state lawmakers are dredging up a controversial proposal to block public universities in Kentucky from extending health benefits to unmarried, live-in partners of the institutions' employees.

 The move by state Reps. Richard Henderson of Jeffersonville and Ancel Smith of Leburn already has raised eyebrows among members of their own party -- especially considering that new Democratic Gov. Steve Beshear has repeatedly promised to veto any such bills.

For the complete Herald-Leader story, click here.

Also, consider monitoring our Fairness ally organizations from across the states to stay in contact with them and support their work.

Kentucky Fairness Alliance

Bluegrass Fairness

Fairness Campaign