Numerous issues await lawmakers when the 2014 legislative session convenes Tuesday, from crafting a biennial budget amid meager revenue growth to considering again a constitutional amendment to allow expanded gaming.
Their decisions — pending Gov. Steve Beshear’s veto pen — will have far-reaching ramifications for Kentucky. Some pieces of legislation will wither on the vine while others will appear to wilt, only to spring to life at the 11th hour.
This list is by no means exhaustive, but includes some major storylines to keep in mind as the 60-day session gets underway: