Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Funding ties up pension reform bill

Efforts to link changes to Kentucky’s cash-strapped public pension system with a dedicated funding source could derail reform talks as the 2013 session nears its end. After meeting for several hours over the weekend and again Tuesday, lawmakers are preparing to continue discussions on pension reform during the veto recess. The House and Senate are scheduled to gavel in at noon March 25. House Speaker Greg Stumbo said the chambers could reach an agreement once the funding issue is settled.

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