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| http://www.mcconnell.senate.gov//public/index.cfm/newsletters?ContentRecord_id=109AE2C6-93A1-41AA-A48E-BA6F2E96E45F | WHAT KENTUCKIANS ARE SAYING | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | KY | Mitch McConnell | M000355 | www.mcconnell.senate.gov | legacy | Another targeted COVID-19 relief package to provide more assistance to Kentuckians: Senator McConnell heard our calls for help during this crisis, and he delivered. We are so grateful for his leadership in allowing Louisville Tourism to access the PPP. This will ensure that I can keep my team employed now and in the future, said Karen Williams, President of Louisville Tourism. Our city and our Commonwealth have a powerful friend leading the Senate and looking out for us. Along with other tourism organizations across Kentucky, we look forward to a safe reopening when we can begin showing travelers all our community has to offer. Supporting those in recovery and stopping the flow of illegal drugs in Kentucky communities I appreciate Leader McConnell's continued commitment to Kentucky's law enforcement community, said Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron. Time and again he's stood up for the men and women in uniform, and he unequivocally supports their important work to keep communities across the Commonwealth safe. This funding will meet a critical need for law enforcement, and I'm grateful that Leader McConnell looks out for the interests of Kentuckians in Washington. Senator McConnell is an unmatched partner to Kentucky law enforcement in our mission to keep the Bluegrass safe,"said Clark County Sheriff Berl Perdue, President of the Kentucky Fraternal Order of Police."His leadership in the Senate has brought millions of dollars to Kentucky to protect officers in the line of duty and to promote professionalism in their service. We are grateful one of the most powerfulpeoplein Washington is looking out for Kentucky and its law enforcement. Even as Senator McConnell was delivering the critical support to help St. Elizabeth's professionals combat the coronavirus pandemic, he also kept focus on the persistent substance use disorder crisis. We are grateful for his continued leadership on behalf of those working toward long-term recovery in Kentucky,said Garren Colvin, St. Elizabeth Healthcare CEO. Since he introduced the CAREER Act, Senator McConnell has secured critical federal funding to support our efforts to save lives from addiction. St. Elizabeth's no wrong door' process is tapping into this federal program to help Kentuckians battling addiction regain their independence and productivity. The federal funding will assist over 350 individuals in recovery in Northern Kentucky each year by working with area community partners to strengthen employment opportunities. Supporting Kentucky's Critical Role in our National Defense The $69.3 million dollars for a new Van Voorhis Elementary School on Fort Knox is just another strong indication of the nation's investment in Fort Knox and the Families of our service members, BG Jim Iacocca, USA, Retired, President and CEO, Knox Regional Development Alliance (KRDA), said. Thanks to Senator McConnell and the rest of our Kentucky Congressional delegation for their tremendous support to our Soldiers, their families and our military installations infrastructure. Fulfilling Obligation to Paducah Nuclear Workers Our community is appreciative of the additional funding that Leader McConnell secured for the Paducah Department of Energy (DOE) site, said Sandra Wilson, President of the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce.The DOE site is a critical economic driver for our local area.Last year, Senator McConnell secured a necessary funding increase to advance infrastructure improvements and reduce hazards on the site. With the Paducah Area Community Reuse Organization (PACRO), we're also increasing recycling efforts. Because of Senator McConnell's consistent commitment to Paducah, we are thrilled we will be able to once again have the much needed plus up funding to continue the important cleanup work. Passing the Fiscal Year 2021 Energy and Water Appropriations bill is critical for major inland waterways construction projects. This bill ensures that Kentucky Lock will not have to shut down construction and will receive efficient funding to continue reducing the overall cost and accelerating the completion of the project. Leader McConnell continues to be a strong advocate for the inland waterways, and all that use and benefit from this critical transportation system, said Matt Ricketts, Chairman of Waterways Council Inc. and President and CEO of Crounse Corporation in Paducah, Kentucky. Combatting invasive Asian Carp in West Kentucky Senator McConnell remains committed to Western Kentucky. He understands the impact Asian Carp are having on our waterways and with his experience and effectiveness, secured critical funding to finish what he started, said Lyon County Judge-Executive Wade White. By returning this money to Western Kentucky, Senator McConnell is guaranteeing that our ability to enjoy and earn a living on our waterways will be protected for years to come. Senator McConnell refused to accept the devastating effect these fish were having and continues to champion efforts against them that will benefit us all. He's more than my friend, he's the strong leader we need who's getting the job done for Kentucky. Providing Permanent Tax Relief for Kentucky's Signature Spirit Over the past several months, Leader McConnell visited Kentucky distilleries struggling through the pandemic and learned first-hand how a permanent reduction in the federal excise tax would offer them certainty in long-range planning and a financial lifeline in these trying times. Thanks to his dedicated leadership, the historic passage of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act will create good-paying jobs, ensure capital investment for years to come and strengthen Kentucky's place as the one, true and authentic home for Bourbon, said Kentucky Distillers' Association (KDA) President Eric Gregory. The Kentucky Distillers' Association and our members are deeply grateful for Leader McConnell's tireless support and guidance in these bold reforms that will benefit all Kentuckians, especially our craft distillers, farm families and tourism partners, as our signature industry continues its global revival. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has long been a steadfast advocate for the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act, and we are thrilled the bill has been made permanent in the year-end legislative package as a result of the Leader's efforts, said Chris Swonger, Distilled Spirits Council of the United States President and CEO.The Senator knows firsthand the devastating impacts the COVID-19 crisis has had on Kentucky distillers and that certainty over Federal Excise Tax (FET) rates will help distillers recover and grow well into the future.We appreciate Leader McConnell's leadership and commitment to Kentucky's economic vitality and look forward to continuing to work with him on issues of critical importance to Kentucky distillers and their communities. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |