By Bailey/KPR
Frankfort, KY – The Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission recommends a tighter code of ethics for state lawmakers in its annual report. The panel calls for 16 changes to state laws that apply to legislators, lobbyists and political candidates. One is the "no cup of coffee rule" repealing provisions allowing lobbyists to spend $100 annually on food and beverages for each legislator and their family members. Another suggests legislative candidates face the same regulations as lawmakers. The Legislative Research Commission is considering the recommendations.