GOP lawmakers take symbolic vote to oppose Ky State Fair maneuvers

By: McKenna Horsley

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: August 11, 2026

Words: 897

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Body Text Preview

A group of Kentucky lawmakers voted Tuesday to not revoke a contract with a former president of the State Fair Board that had already been voided by the Beshear administration.

Government Contract Review Committee co-chairman Rep. Mark Hart, R-Falmouth, told members the vote would be “basically making a statement.” The committee had deferred review of the contract with David Beck, former president and CEO of the Kentucky State Fair, during its meeting last …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

About

FAQ

Email Us