RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – A pair of Kentucky lawmakers met face-to-face with residents Thursday night. Sen. Mike Wilson (R) of the 32nd District and Rep. Jason Petrie (R) of the 16th District answered questions and discussed with area residents during a public town hall at the Historic Courthouse in Russellville.

The forum gave residents a chance to voice concerns on everything from tax reform and education to state budget priorities and local infrastructure needs.

“Constitutionally, we are required to pass a budget every two years,” Sen. Wilson said. “That’s probably the most important policy document we create, and it takes an incredible amount of work to get it right.”

Education oversight was also a central topic, with lawmakers stressing the importance of keeping school boards accoun

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