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Joshua Watkins

Joshua Watkins

Democratic · Kentucky · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for Kentucky House District 42, Kentucky

Top priorities

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  • Campaign site says Watkins has worked on legislation intended to reduce gun violence in the community
Biography

Joshua Watkins is the sitting State Representative for Kentucky House District 42, completing a first term, per the campaign site. Watkins says bills have been filed to increase access to homeownership, affordable rental housing and healthcare, per the campaign site.

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Kentucky House District 42Kentucky · 2026Jefferson County sample ballot

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