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State Senator, 20th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on Kentucky laws and the state budget in the General Assembly.
Education
Stella R. PollardDemocratic
- Supports more public school funding and Pre-K for All.
Gex "Jay" WilliamsRepublican
- Sponsored bill for partisan election of state school board.In office
- Sponsored bill exempting 16-year-olds with equivalency diplomas from attendance.In office
Economy & jobs
Stella R. PollardDemocratic
- Supports expanding career and technical education through KCTCS.
Gex "Jay" WilliamsRepublican
No documented position found.
Roads & infrastructure
Stella R. PollardDemocratic
- Supports repairing rural roads and expanding broadband.
Gex "Jay" WilliamsRepublican
- Sponsored bill restructuring the agency running the KentuckyWired network.
Health & human services
Stella R. PollardDemocratic
- Supports women's access to health care, including reproductive services.
Gex "Jay" WilliamsRepublican
- Sponsored bill repealing certificate-of-need rules for health facilities.In office
Government & transparency
Stella R. PollardDemocratic
- Supports open meetings, town halls and clearer budgeting.
Gex "Jay" WilliamsRepublican
No documented position found.
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