Kentucky Commission on Military Affairs
Armed ForcesKentucky, United States2-10 Employees
The Kentucky Commission on Military Affairs is a small, independent state agency tied to the Office of the Governor, created in 1996 by statute KRS 154.12-203. It functions as Kentucky's primary advocate for military installations and related activities, supporting a defense economy estimated at more than $22 billion. Based in Frankfort, the agency has guided BRAC-related activities to foster regional economic growth around military sites. In collaboration with key stakeholders, KCMA provides guidance to government bodies on issues affecting service members, veterans, and their families. Its mission includes protecting and growing military installations and defense-related industries, facilitating transitions for service members and their spouses, and enhancing quality of life for Kentucky's military community.