Recent Press Releases

McConnell Secures Hemp Farming Act in Senate Farm Bill

Bipartisan measure would legalize and clearly define hemp as an agricultural commodity and remove it from the list of controlled substances

June 8, 2018

Bipartisan measure would legalize and clearly define hemp as an agricultural commodity and remove it from the list of controlled substances
Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore: "These grant resources will support the significant economic development activity occurring here in Boone County and result in continuing job creation and private investment. We commend Transportation Secretary Chao for the use of federal resources that will pay dividends to local communities and extend our gratitude to Senator McConnell and Governor Bevin for their unwavering support of this critical infrastructure project.”