State
State Representative, 15th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state representative votes on Kentucky laws and the state budget in the Kentucky House of Representatives.
Public safety
Chris WaddellDemocratic
No documented position found.
Rebecca RaymerRepublican
- Sponsored law creating a statewide sexual assault nurse examiner coordinator.In office
Education
Chris WaddellDemocratic
- Supports higher teacher salaries to improve Kentucky schools.
Rebecca RaymerRepublican
No documented position found.
Economy & jobs
Chris WaddellDemocratic
- Pledges to protect family farms from corporate consolidation.
Rebecca RaymerRepublican
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Chris WaddellDemocratic
- Opposes outside companies dumping waste in Butler County.
Rebecca RaymerRepublican
- Supports the coal industry and a reliable power grid.
Health & human services
Chris WaddellDemocratic
No documented position found.
Rebecca RaymerRepublican
- Sponsored bill covering annual mammograms for ages 40 to 49.In office
- Sponsored bill banning surprise balance bills for emergency ambulances.In office
Government & transparency
Chris WaddellDemocratic
- Supports term limits and getting money out of politics.
Rebecca RaymerRepublican
No documented position found.
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