Upcoming Elections
There are no statewide elections in Kentucky in 2021
Election Rules
Voter Registration Deadline: 29 days before Election Day, in-person, online, or by mail
Kentucky voters can vote early through no-excuse in-person absentee voting during business hours on the Thursday through Saturday before Election day.
Kentucky’s Address Confidentiality Program allows those who have an emergency protection order or domestic violence order, as well as survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, stalking, or crimes against a minor protection when registering to vote. Learn more here.
Restoration of Voting Rights After Felony Convictions: The right to vote for felons can only be restored by a pardon from the governor.
ID Requirements for voting: ID requested but photo ID not required. If an ID is not shown, a voter signs an affidavit affirming their identity.
Absentee Voting: An excuse is required to obtain an absentee ballot. View the list of excuses here. Request forms can be obtained by contacting the County Clerk’s office or online, and applications must be mailed back or handed in at least 25 days prior to the election.
Gender Gaps in Representation
Kentucky is one of 13 states that does not have any women in its Congressional delegation. Kentucky ranks 41st in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.
Kentucky Congressional Delegation
Kentucky State Legislature
Voter Turnout
Kentucky had lower turnout than the overall United States in the 2016 Elections.
Percent Voter Turnout by Gender
Percent Voter Turnout by Race
