FRANKFORT, KY (Nov. 20, 2024) - Sen. Max Wise, R-Campbellsville, has been elected as the majority floor leader of the Kentucky Senate.  In this position, he will lead the majority party’s legislative agenda and oversee critical Senate functions in the upcoming session. Wise, who represents the 16th Senate District encompassing Adair, Allen, Metcalfe, Monroe, and Taylor Counties and eastern Warren County, expressed gratitude for the confidence placed in him by his Senate colleagues.

“I am deeply honored to serve as majority floor leader and to have the opportunity to work alongside my colleagues to shape a legislative agenda that delivers real benefits for the people of Kentucky,” said Wise. “We have an ambitious and politically conservative session ahead of us, focused on growing our economy, improving public services, and ensuring that the voices of all our constituents are heard.”

As majority floor leader, Wise will be responsible for coordinating the legislative calendar, guiding major bills through the Senate, and fostering collaboration across the aisle on issues that impact Kentucky communities. Among the priorities for the upcoming session are initiatives to bolster economic development, support educational improvements, and enhance public health and safety measures.

Wise has served in the Senate since 2015. He is known for taking on challenging policy issues and developing meaningful relationships within the Kentucky General Assembly and throughout the commonwealth.

“Our caucus is united and ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities before us,” said Wise. “With this leadership team, we are committed to enacting policies that reflect the needs and values of Kentucky.”

The Senate leadership team members assumed their roles immediately. 

The new session begins on Jan. 7, 2025.