In this blog, 2L staffer Johnna Adams argues that the Second Chance Act (SCA), which has already been proven effective at reducing recidivism, should be expanded to include equine-assisted rehabilitation programs. Adams explains how these programs help participants overcome unique challenges that traditional rehabilitation models often fail to address through hands-on work with horses. Adams contends that by broadening the SCA’s coverage, recidivism can be further reduced without the need for additional spending.
In this blog, 3L Staffer Jacob Krummen examines Kentucky House Bill 630, introduced in the 2025 Regular Session in order to change eminent domain laws in Kentucky, protect certain uses of land, and strike a balance between development and conservation. Krummen argues the proposed changes in the bill would substantially impair the development of critical infrastructure in Kentucky and should undergo significant revisions before it is made into law.
Heirs' property ownership is increasingly unstable and fragmented. In this blog, 3L Senior Staffer Ben Bertram argues for the implementation of the Uniform Partition of Heirs' Property Act to protect family-owned farms and ancestral land from forced sales and speculative exploitation. Bertram contends that the procedural adjustments required by the UPHPA are outweighed by the preservation of rural land ownership.
In this blog, 2L staffer Aaron Withers examines Kentucky’s emerging shift from a coal-based economy to advanced nuclear and critical-mineral projects on retired mine sites. He argues that this transition is welcome only if implemented through a community-centered legal framework with strict siting requirements, enforceable local-benefit obligations, and long-term accountability to prevent repeating past harms.
In this blog, 2L staffer Alexander Bowman tackles the issue of whether new equine inspection laws for racehorses should be extended to apply to show horses as well. Bowman discusses the new inspection laws and analyzes the benefits of them. Next, he discusses the potentially injurious effects on show horses without these inspection laws. Bowman recommends that these laws should be applied to show horses in a uniform manner through the creation of a similar independent agency like the KHRGC.
Blog By: Abbigale Harrison
2L Staffer Abbigale Harrison reflects on the rising influence of fast fashion. Specifically, Harrison argues that the United States must take action because emission levels are rising rapidly. To avoid this near-future crisis, an act requiring target goals of permitted emissions by each registered fast fashion brand.
Blog By: Stevi Howard
In this blog, 2L Staffer Stevi Howard outlines the evolution and domination of seed and vegetable oils in the Western diet. She advises that the United States take a more protective and proactive approach in regulating the consumption of seed and vegetable oils, comparable to other countries.
Blog By: Abigail Barford
In this blog, 2L Staffer Abigail Barford examines how fashion retailers have seen an increase in climate-centric and “greenwashing” litigation as society becomes more concerned with climate change and sustainability. She advises what the fashion industry should do to protect themselves from potential lawsuits.
Blog By: Caroline Hood
2L Staffer Caroline Hood explores Kentucky’s recent legalization of sports betting. Although Kentucky allowed wagering on horses for many years, the Commonwealth was a hold out when it came to legalizing betting of other sports. Hood argues that the legalization of in-person and online betting on all sports is a positive change for Kentuckians.
Blog By: Joseph White
In his blog, 3L staffer Joseph White summarizes a public trust doctrine dispute that was recently adjudicated in Colorado. He addresses the dispute’s birth and answers how the case should’ve been decided if decided on the merits. Further, he argues that, where appropriate, landowners’ expectations should be considered because the legal ambiguity of Colorado’s public trust doctrine creates an unforeseen problem for landowners.
Blog By: Nathaniel Richey
Whatever their reasons for buying organic, American consumers of organic food rely on the integrity of the “USDA Organic” label. In this blog, 3L Staffer Nathaniel Richey discusses some longstanding concerns about the poor enforcement of the USDA organic standards. The USDA seeks to address these concerns through the new Strengthening Organic Enforcement Rule, a better-late-than-never effort by the agency to improve the organic label’s integrity.
