Kentucky lawmakers are currently in the 2025 Interim. Officials said this is a crucial period for preparing for the upcoming 2026 regular session.
99th District Representative Richard White said this year he is focusing on support for a Magoffin County flood plain and reintroducing a bill that aims to equip tow truck drivers with a new safety device.
“A blue light based on the back of their vehicle. It can be activated when they are stopped at a wreck site to pick up the wreck or clearing up debris. When they are moving it’s not allowed to be used, just stationary,” White said.
Officials said every year tow truck drivers are killed on the job. This legislation was inspired by Rowan County native Troy Caldwell. He passed last year after being struck by a semi-truck on Interstate 64 while operating a tow truck.
White said the Kentucky State Police Professional Association did not support the bill last year.
“They were not for the bill because of the blue lights. I think it’s got a lot more respect and support this year than it had last year,” White said.
White said last year his focus was securing funding for Rowan County’s water plant, which now provides filtered water to six counties.