Joshua Watkins for State Representative

04/04/2026

Want to know what bills are headed to become law? Check this information out 👇🏾

03/28/2026

The first amendment exists for a reason. You have a RIGHT to speak, assemble and petition. This is what America is all about.

03/02/2026

We’re halfway through the 2026 General Assembly and things are moving FAST!

That’s why it’s important to make sure your state legislator knows where you stand.

Call us at 502-564-8100 or 1-800-372-7181 to let us know what you’re feeling!

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02/25/2026

Black History is American History and its importance is even more significant today than ever!

02/20/2026

Today I joined my colleagues in the Kentucky House Democratic Caucus and partners from across the state to say one thing loud and clear:

We hear YOU Kentucky!

I have received more than 1,000 emails and phone calls expressing concerns about HB 500. To everyone who shared a personal story and trusted me to do something about it, thank you!

Kentucky House Democrats want you to know that we have a plan!

Want want to address teacher and support staff pay, build affordable housing, help our retirees, combat hunger, fund Medicaid and support our rural hospitals!

Read more about our efforts to put Kentucky working families first 👇🏾

https://amp.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314775945.html

02/06/2026

Our communities are consistently overcoming obstacles intended for our downfall. We should never normalize the hatred and bigotry designed to divide us.

Whether you’re black, an immigrant, have a different faith or sexual orientation… this land was made for you and me.

Yes. We have seen the photo that was posted. It is appalling and racist. We are not posting it. We are choosing to post this instead of the wonderful First Lady Michelle Obama and President Obama.

01/26/2026

01/25/2026

I have spent time weighing whether and how to speak in this moment, knowing that public words can carry real consequences for people already living in fear. That responsibility is not lost on me. Still, silence has consequences too and is not an option.

My heart is heavy for the lives that have been lost and for the families now grieving unimaginable loss. The killing of American citizens must be condemned — plainly and without exception. No family should ever lose a loved one because of government action.

I have devoted my life to public service and understand how fragile public trust can be once it begins to break. What we are seeing right now is not law enforcement. Law enforcement does not violate constitutional rights. It does not rely on escalation, random detentions, or tactics that spread fear in communities. Actions that disregard the Constitution and result in the loss of innocent life do not make us safer — they place everyone at greater risk and should not be justified or funded with taxpayer dollars.

These are serious and painful times, and I want the people I serve to know this: I see you, and I hear you. Congress has a responsibility to fix our broken immigration system and to stop allowing harm and chaos to spill into our communities. I am calling on federal leaders to work with state officials and to support a transparent investigation so the public can understand what happened and why. I will continue listening, upholding the Constitution, engaging community voices, and leading with clarity, resolve, and an unwavering commitment to doing more.

01/24/2026

Friends,

As we navigate this winter storm I encourage everyone to stay safe. Here are a few resources to help.

Mayor Greenberg’s Snow Resource Page (Including Shelter and Warming Centers): https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-craig-greenberg/mayor-greenbergs-snow-resource-page

LG&E / KU outage map and restoration updates: https://lge-ku.com/outages

LOUReady app for emergency notifications and resources: https://apps.apple.com/kg/app/louready/id6751514791

JCPS Updates: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/

LENSAlert & Smart911: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/lensalert-smart911

Metro311: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro311

Snow Removal Information: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/services/snow-removal

Metro Snow Map: https://apps.lojic.org/metrosnowroutes

If travel is unavoidable, residents should allow extra time and use extreme caution. Give snow plows and crews space to do their work by parking off street when possible.

Shelters will be operating under white flag, and Louisville Metro is coordinating with the Red Cross to respond as needed. There is a network of warming centers, including Louisville Free Public Libraries, that will remain open for constituents during the day. The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will also remain open.

The Louisville Metro Snow Map is designed to help you find out which streets around you have been cleared during a snow event and get live updates on street clearing progress.

01/12/2026

Looking forward to a discussion of some of the week’s top legislative issues when House Democratic Caucus Chair Lindsey Burke joins a panel of legislative leaders at 8 pm on KET’s Kentucky Tonight.

01/09/2026

Curious about our 2026 platform? Check it out 👇🏾

01/09/2026

Today was certainly a BIG day for the Kentucky House Democrats as we released our 2026 legislative platform.

I’m pleased to say that my bill to add more affordable housing options for you and your family was included in our platform.

House Bill 229 seeks to create a $100 million dollar affordable housing loan fund. With this, qualified builders can add more housing options for Kentuckians at a time when we need it the most!

Check out my bill here - https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb229.html

Our vision for Kentucky is a Kentucky that you and afford!

Big day at the Capitol — House Democrats rolled out our 2026 platform. The focus: making life more affordable and opening up opportunities for Kentucky families.

Here are the five priorities at the heart of the plan:
✔️ No hungry Kentuckians
✔️ Affordable, accessible health care
✔️ Affordable homes
✔️ Strong schools
✔️ A fair shot for working families

Proud of this team and ready to work!