Rep. Michael Lee Meredith appointed to leadership of national legislative committee

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky State Rep. Michael Lee Meredith has been appointed vice chair of the banking, financial services and insurance committee of the National Conference of State Legislatures.

According to a release by the Kentucky House Majority Caucus, Meredith traveled to Washington, D.C., on Nov. 19 and Nov. 20, where he participated in meetings, including a legislators-only policy briefing at the White House with members of President Donald Trump’s staff.

The release states the briefing brought together a select group of state leaders to discuss how state and federal governments can work together.

Meredith currently serves as chair of the Kentucky House Banking and Insurance Committee. The release states this is where he “prioritized strengthening the financial well-being of Kentucky families.”

Meredith’s work has focused on policies that “promote innovation, competition and increased access to high-quality, affordable banking and insurance products,” the release states.

“I am honored to represent Kentucky on the national stage as Vice Chair of NCSL’s Banking and Insurance Committee,” Meredith said. “This appointment provides an opportunity to ensure Kentucky’s voice is heard as we work to build policies that protect consumers, encourage responsible growth, and expand access to essential financial and insurance services.”

Meredith added that he looks forward to continuing his work both in Kentucky and nationally.

He said, “I remain committed to advancing thoughtful, commonsense policies that support working families, strengthen our financial systems, and make Kentucky an even better place to live and do business.”