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Court approves renewal tied to House Bill 556 to fund correctional education and GED support
Summary
Franklin County approved an agreement with the Kentucky Department of Corrections tied to House Bill 556 to continue state‑funded attendance and GED class completions at the county correctional facility for another two‑year term.
Frankfort — The Franklin County Fiscal Court voted to approve an agreement with the Kentucky Department of Corrections related to House Bill 556, a two‑year renewal that funds attendance and class completions (including GED) at the county correctional facility.
A county correctional representative explained the program is funded by the state and supports inmate attendance and GED completions as well as MRT and related classes. Court members praised the program’s role in reentry and employment readiness; the court approved the agreement by voice vote.
The court recorded the approval and staff said they will continue quarterly oversight and reporting associated with the program.
