The Capitol Building
700 Capital Avenue
Frankfort, KY 40601
| Session length | 3 months |
|---|---|
| Current session | 03 Jan 2023 - 13 Apr 2023 |
| Notes | Veto recess March 31st, 2022 - April 12th, 2022. |
This committee oversees matters relating to the Public Service Commission; privately owned public utilities; utilities in cities; public utility cooperatives; electric and gas utilities and cooperatives; municipal utilities and water works; energy and fuel development; energy waste disposal; solar and other renewable energy; hydroelectric and thermo-nuclear energy; gasohol; oil and gas transmission companies; and rates, permits, and certifications of convenience and necessity. Other areas of oversight include telecommunications, tourism, parks, fish, and wildlife.
Matters relating to airports and aviation; boats and boating; licensing of motor vehicles; operators and trailers; financial responsibility law; nonresident motorists; motor vehicle sales; railroad rates, service and operating regulations; motor carriers; matters pertaining to the construction and maintenance of the state highway system; the Transportation Cabinet; state aid for local roads and streets; the state police; the Federal Highway Safety Law; turnpike authority; state and federal highways; limited access facilities; use of road bond monies; automobile recyclers; highway beautification; bridges, tunnels and ferries; traffic regulations; vehicle equipment and storage; driver training schools.
This committee has broad oversight authority over energy and natural resources matters.
Matters relating to airports and aviation; boats and boating; licensing of motor vehicles; operators and trailers; financial responsibility law; nonresident motorists; motor vehicle sales; railroad rates, service and operating regulations; motor carriers; matters pertaining to the construction and maintenance of the state highway system; the Transportation Cabinet; state aid for local roads and streets; the state police; the Federal Highway Safety Law; turnpike authority; state and federal highways; limited access facilities; use of road bond monies; bill boards; automobile recyclers; highway beautification; bridges, tunnels and ferries; traffic regulations; vehicle equipment and storage; driver training schools.