Russell Coleman

Kentucky's Attorney General Russell Coleman joined a 48-state coalition urging federal regulators to enforce stricter rules against robocalls and texts. The coalition aims to block scammers from accessing legitimate phone numbers by requiring stronger certification for number resellers and restricting number sales to non-service entities.

Opioid settlement funds are being used to expand addiction services in rural Kentucky through The Hub, a harm reduction program offering recovery support and essential resources. The initiative, funded by Kentucky's share of a $57.8 billion national settlement, has grown to five counties and includes a new program for incarcerated women's reintegration. However, federal funding for such efforts is being cut under the Trump administration.

A coalition including Kalshi, Crypto.com, and Polymarket sued Kentucky over its new 14.25% excise tax on prediction markets, arguing it is discriminatory and unconstitutional. The tax, higher than the 9.75% rate on horse track wagers, faces opposition from companies and the state's attorney general, who claims it is necessary to protect legal betting laws.

A coalition including Kalshi, Crypto.com, and Polymarket sued Kentucky over its 14.25% excise tax on prediction markets, arguing it is discriminatory and unconstitutional. The tax, enacted by the Kentucky General Assembly in April, is higher than the 9.75% tax on horse track wagers. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman defended the tax, claiming it protects the state’s sports betting laws.