Kentucky Chamber

Kentucky Chamber President and CEO @AshliWatts stresses that housing and child care are the basics that allow Kentucky families to build stable lives and allow employers to plan for the future. As the 2026 legislative session is underway, add your name to support solutions at Opportunitystartshere.com.

Polls are open across Kentucky until 6 p.m. local time for today’s primary election. Kentuckians who are in line by 6 p.m. are still eligible to vote. Find your polling location: kychamber.com/vote

#ElectionDay is here. Kentucky’s Primary Election is today, Tuesday, May 19, with polls open until 6 p.m. local time. In some races, today's results will determine who serves in office. Find your polling location: kychamber.com/vote

The Kentucky Chamber has recognized 15 legislators as MVPs of the 2026 General Assembly for advancing policies that strengthen Kentucky’s business climate and support economic growth. “These lawmakers demonstrated leadership in advancing policies that strengthen the Commonwealth,” said Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Ashli Watts. “The Kentucky Chamber applauds their work to ensure businesses can grow, communities can thrive, and more Kentuckians have the opportunity to succeed.” Read more: kychamberbottomline.com/2026/05/18/ken…. #kyga26

Op-Ed | Progress Through Partnership: Kentucky Moves Forward on Key Priorities in 2026 Session "Representing businesses of every size, industry, and region, the Chamber is uniquely positioned to help connect perspectives, build consensus, and keep Kentucky focused on the opportunities ahead. Combined with the strong commitment of the General Assembly, that work helped turn long-standing challenges into real results this session," writes Kentucky Chamber President and CEO @AshliWatts in a new op-ed. Read more: kychamberbottomline.com/2026/05/14/op-…

Kentucky Chamber Public Affairs Director John Hughes spoke at the Anderson County Realtors meeting yesterday about key outcomes from the 2026 legislative session and their impact on Kentucky’s workforce, economic competitiveness, and communities, including the Chamber’s advocacy on housing issues. As housing challenges continue to affect growth across the Commonwealth, the Chamber remains focused on advancing practical, long-term solutions.

New on The Bottom Line: @KyChamberFdn Connects Employers, Educators to Strengthen Talent Pipelines. Learn how the Foundation connects educators and counselors to industry professionals to better equip students for future careers in Kentucky. Read more: kychamberbottomline.com/2026/05/13/ken…

Kentucky Chamber President and CEO @AshliWatts led a panel discussion with Sen. @MatthewDeneen1, Rep. @steve_bratcher, and Rep. Samara Heavrin during the @HardinChamber luncheon in Elizabethtown today about legislation passed during the 2026 General Assembly and its impact on working families, economic competitiveness, and communities across Kentucky.

Kentucky’s primary election is Tuesday, May 19, with polls open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time. Early voting begins May 14 through May 16. Be prepared to vote by knowing your options and making a plan ahead of Election Day. View voting resources: kychamber.com/vote

The Kentucky Chamber is #hiring a Salesforce Administrator to support CRM operations, reporting, automation, and data management across the organization. The role will support member engagement and strategic initiatives statewide. View qualifications and apply online: kychamber.com/about-kentucky…

NEW: Leaders Break Ground on Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project After years of planning and federal funding efforts, leaders officially broke ground last week on the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project connecting Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati. Read more: kychamberbottomline.com/2026/05/12/lea…

Small businesses are the backbone of Kentucky’s economy, and they play a critical role in our membership. Through the Kentucky Chamber’s Small Business Policy Council, employers can help shape policy and strengthen the business climate across the Commonwealth. Learn more about the Chamber's Small Business Policy Council: kychamber.com/policy-councils #SmallBusinessWeek

As Kentucky’s energy landscape evolves and new opportunities emerge, this week’s Kentucky Chamber Energy Management Conference brought together industry and state leaders to discuss energy supply, infrastructure, reliability, regulatory developments, and the long-term needs of Kentucky businesses and communities. The conference included a panel of Kentucky Chamber board members and energy sector leaders, including John Crockett of @lgeku, Chris Perry of @KyElectricCoops, Amy Spiller of @DukeEnergy, Cindy Wiseman of @KentuckyPower, Dan Pratt of @TVAnews, and Timothy J. Hagerty of FBT Gibbons.

Kentucky Chamber President and CEO @AshliWatts joined @WKYT this week to preview the 2026 Kentucky Chamber Women’s Summit, sponsored by @FifthThird on June 9. The summit has become one of the Kentucky Chamber’s signature events—focused on leadership, connection, professional growth, and recognizing women whose experiences and achievements are shaping industries and communities. The Kentucky Chamber will honor @ReneeKET, Director of Public Affairs and Moderator at @EducationKET, with the 2026 Woman in Leadership Award. Learn more and register here: kychamber.com/events/womenss…

The Kentucky Chamber supports small businesses not only through policy and advocacy, but also by helping them access quality, affordable health benefits. Through the Chamber’s health benefits partnership with @AnthemBCBS, more than 4,500 Kentucky companies are able to provide coverage for their employees. Learn more: kychamber.com/anthem #SmallBusinessWeek

Economic signals are shifting. @ClevelandFed and @USChamber economists will outline what it means for employers on May 21 in Lexington. Full details here: kychamber.com/events/economi…

The Kentucky Chamber and the @GOchamber hosted a roundtable discussion today with @RepGuthrie focused on small business priorities for Kentucky employers in Washington. As chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Congressman Guthrie’s leadership is important to the Commonwealth and the federal policies shaping Kentucky’s business climate and economic competitiveness.

Tomorrow during #SmallBusinessWeek, the @USChamber invites businesses to virtually attend an event highlighting the impact of small businesses and the issues shaping today’s business environment. The program will bring together business leaders and experts to deliver timely insights on policy, taxes, and workforce challenges, along with practical strategies to help businesses operate more effectively. The event will also include the announcement of America’s top 100 small businesses. Register and view the agenda: uschamber.com/co/events/smal…

Kentucky’s primary election on May 19, 2026, includes races for state legislature, U.S. Congress, judicial seats, and local offices across the Commonwealth. In many communities, the primary election determines who ultimately serves in office. Understanding what’s on the ballot is an important first step in participating in the election process. Be ready to vote on Tuesday, May 19. See who's on the ballot in your community: kychamber.com/vote