AN ACT relating to workforce investment.

Create new sections of KRS Chapter 154.12 to establish the Kentucky Talent Recruitment Grant Program under the Cabinet for Economic Development; define terms; establish the duties of the cabinet in implementation of the program subject to approval of the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority; establish eligible grant applicants' duties and program reporting requirements; establish the Kentucky Talent Recruitment Grant Program fund; APPROPRIATION; EMERGENCY.

Appropriations Area Development Districts Cities Counties Economic Development Effective Dates, Emergency Funds Local Government State Agencies Workforce

Introduced: February 5, 2026

Last action: April 10, 2026

(Acts Ch. 82)

In effect since April 10, 2026

This act carries an emergency clause, so it took effect as soon as it became law instead of waiting the usual 90 days after the session adjourned (Ky. Constitution § 55).

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This bill creates a new grant program under the Cabinet for Economic Development aimed at attracting workers to Kentucky. It sets up a fund, outlines how the program will be run and who can apply for grants, and includes an appropriation of state money to support it. The emergency designation means it takes effect immediately upon signing. Who it may affect: businesses, local governments, and area development districts seeking to recruit new workers or residents to their communities.

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