Kentucky House Democrats

06/19/2026

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, which marks the end of slavery in the U.S. As we reflect on the meaning of this day, we honor the resilience and contributions of Black Americans and reaffirm our commitment to building a Kentucky where freedom, opportunity, and justice are within reach for everyone.

05/29/2026

Rep. Adam Moore will appear on Red, White, and Bluegrass this weekend to discuss topics including the issues lawmakers want to address during the legislative interim period.

05/29/2026

House Democratic Whip Joshua Watkins on why Kentucky can’t keep pushing affordable housing to the back burner.

If housing is truly a priority for us lawmakers at the Kentucky General Assembly, it has to remain a priority when we gavel in.

05/26/2026

Wishing Rep. Adrielle Camuel a happy birthday!

05/16/2026

We’re saddened by the passing of former Rep. Fred Nesler, a longtime member of the General Assembly who served House District 2 from 1993 to 2012.

Fred built lasting friendships at the Capitol during years of service shaped by a deep commitment to his community and the people he represented, including efforts to create jobs in Western Kentucky, support veterans and their families, improve education, and strengthen opportunities for Kentucky families.

We extend our sympathy to his family, friends, and all those mourning his loss. We’re grateful for Fred’s years of service to Kentucky.

05/16/2026

Wishing a happy birthday to Rep. Anne Donworth!

05/10/2026

Wishing a happy birthday to Rep. Ashley Tackett Laferty!

05/05/2026

Kentucky needs to keep protecting its professional state workforce. Read the latest from Rep. Erika Hancock in the Lexington Herald-Leader.

House Bill 10 treats state employees like political pawns, this writer says.

04/27/2026

The House Democratic Caucus mourns the passing of former Representative Jesse Crenshaw, who represented House District 77 from 1993 to 2014.

Jesse approached public service with a quiet steadiness. He didn’t need to be the loudest voice in the room. People listened because he was thoughtful and dedicated.

He broke new ground as the first Black member of the House from Fayette County. His work reflected a clear commitment to fairness and equal treatment under the law, along with a belief in second chances, especially in his efforts on civil rights and restoring voting rights.

We are thinking of his family and all who knew him, and we are grateful for the years he gave to his community, this Commonwealth, and his country.