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“Our State Senator Damon Thayer is a respected voice in Frankfort.

His mission is to protect our hard-working families, hold government accountable, and stand up for our conservative values.”

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SENATOR DAMON THAYER ENCOURAGES CONSTITUENT ENGAGEMENT AHEAD OF 2024 LEGISLATIVE SESSION

Provides Details on How to Receive Legislative Updates; Share Thoughts With Lawmakers FRANKFORT, Ky. (December 4, 2023) — The Constitution of Kentucky calls for convening the 2024 Legislative Session on Jan. 2 in Frankfort. Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer of the 17th Senate District is proactively reaching out to constituents, urging them to stay informed and engaged in the legislative process.

SENATOR DAMON THAYER CONTINUES CONSERVATIVE EXCELLENCE IN ROLE AS SENATE MAJORITY FLOOR LEADER

Recognized Again Nationally for Strong Voting Record. Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, has again received the recognition of Conservative Excellence from the American Conservative Union Foundation’s (ACUF) Center for Legislative Accountability (CLA). Thayer received a 90 percent rating for his leadership and votes in the 2022 Legislative Session and maintains a lifetime score of 90 percent, the second best in the Senate Majority Caucus. Only Senator Steve West, R-Paris, scored higher (91).

SENATOR DAMON THAYER IS OFFICIALLY PRESENTED CHAMPION FOR SIGNATURE INDUSTRIES AWARD

The Kentucky Chamber has partnered this year with the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, Kentucky Thoroughbred Association (KTA), Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP), Keeneland Association, and Churchill Downs Incorporated to recognize 2023 Kentucky “Champions for Signature Industries.” Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, was recently named a recipient of the award, along with being named a 2023 Kentucky Chamber of Commerce MVP.

SENATOR DAMON THAYER PROVIDES UPDATE ON IMPROVEMENTS TO I-75 IN SCOTT AND GRANT COUNTIES

FRANKFORT, KY — As lawmakers continue preparation ahead of the 2024 Legislative Session, which will include enacting a new two-year state road plan, Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, shares an update on progress from the 2022-2024 state road plan.

SENATOR DAMON THAYER, REP. MEREDITH JOINTLY NAMED POLICYMAKER OF THE YEAR; TO RECEIVE GOLDEN EAGLE TROPHY

Gambling.com Group recognizes instrumental sports betting advocates FRANKFORT, KY — Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, has been jointly named the recipient of the American Gambling Awards’ Policymaker of the Year Award alongside Rep. Michael Meredith for their instrumental roles in the enactment of sports betting legislation, House Bill 551.

SENATOR DAMON THAYER RECOGNIZED FOR OUTSTANDING LEGISLATIVE SERVICE ON BEHALF OF LAW ENFORCEMENT

Award Presented by Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police FRANKFORT, KY — Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, has been awarded the Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police (KACP) 2023 Outstanding Legislative Service Award.

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Damon Thayer

Senator Damon Thayer is the 3rd Republican ever to serve as Kentucky Senate Majority Floor Leader. He is the lead speaker during Senate floor debates, guiding bills through the legislative process.

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State Senate
Majority Update

We continue to build on the momentum created by the Republican Majority. Important legislation has been passed to ensure the safety of our schools, provide pension relief for quasi-governmental entities and regional universities, and we continued to defend the unborn. Though we have a new governor, rest assured that the priorities of the Legislature remain the same. We will continue to champion responsible policies and work toward the betterment of the Commonwealth. The laws passed in 2020 will contribute to the well-being of our state for years to come.

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