Senate Bill 79, originally aimed at clarifying definitions regarding state employment, was amended to significantly restrict remote working conditions for Kentucky state employees. The amendment, proposed by Republican Sen. Lindsey Tichenor, reflects concerns from constituents struggling to reach government offices. While the bill passed with bipartisan support, some, including Sen. Gex Williams, voiced that prohibiting remote work ignores the management issues and investments in rural broadband. The bill aims to ensure accessibility and efficacy in serving Kentucky's residents but has raised concerns about its practical implications for workers' flexibility.
Sen. Lindsey Tichenor emphasized the need for an engaged state workforce: "We have 60,000 state employees that are supposed to serve our 4 million plus constituents in Kentucky."
Sen. Gex Williams argued against the bill’s restrictions by pointing out the importance of remote work for rural communities: "We're doing that so they can work from home, so they can do remote work."
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