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\nKentucky’s attorney general says a new regulation restricting public access to the state Capitol is invalid.
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\nKentucky’s attorney general says a new regulation restricting public access to the state Capitol is invalid.
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The opinion released Thursday by Democratic Attorney General Andy Beshear says no “imminent threat” to public health or safety was shown to justify the regulation.<\/p>\n
The regulation was imposed by Republican Governor Matt Bevin’s administration a few days before state lawmakers convened for this year’s session. The AG’s opinion is advisory and doesn’t carry the force of law.<\/p>\n
Bevin spokesman Woody Maglinger says the regulation was developed with guidance from law enforcement and security officials. He says Bevin’s administration is confident the regulation complies with law.<\/p>\n
The opinion adds to the numerous disputes between Beshear and Bevin. Bevin is running for re-election this year, and Beshear is among four Democrats running for governor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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