Dear Friend,
Last night, Governor Andy Beshear delivered his State of the Commonwealth address, highlighting Kentucky's unprecedented success and our bright future ahead. The numbers tell an incredible story: over $35 billion private-sector investment, nearly 60,000 new full-time jobs created, and record-breaking achievements in exports and tourism.
But what matters most isn't just the numbers — it's how these achievements are improving lives across our Commonwealth. Kentucky families are seeing higher wages, averaging over $26 per hour for new jobs. We're expanding access to health care, delivering clean water to communities, and building the infrastructure of tomorrow with improved roads, bridges, and high-speed internet access.
As Governor Beshear emphasized, this success stems from putting Kentucky families first and focusing on kitchen-table issues that matter most. It's because of Kentucky's Democratic leaders, who are seeking common ground, and applying common-sense for the Commonwealth.
Looking ahead, we have an ambitious vision to build on this momentum: