The Kentucky State Capitol under construction is seen on opening day of the General Assembly's regular session, Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, on the state Capitol grounds in Frankfort, Ky. (AP Photo/Jon Cherry)
The Kentucky State Capitol under construction is seen on opening day of the General Assembly's regular session, Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, on the state Capitol grounds in Frankfort, Ky. (AP Photo/Jon Cherry)
Jon CherryKentucky lawmakers opened the 2026 session in a temporary Capitol, kicking off debate over transparency, taxes, education and the state budget.