PRINCIPLE
Kentucky landscape
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Kentucky

"United We Stand, Divided We Fall"

The Bluegrass State's 6 representatives navigate between coal country's struggles and Louisville's growth. Home to the Senate's longest-serving leader, Kentucky politics blend Southern tradition with surprising populist streaks—just don't mess with their bourbon.

South
Frankfort
Capital
4.5M
Population
15th State
Statehood
8
Electoral Votes

Voting & Civic Participation

Voter turnout trends, registration information, and voting access features

Voter Turnout

Overall Turnout 202462.1%

3.2% below national average

Youth Turnout (18-29)40.0%

9.0% below national average

Turnout Gap (Overall - Youth)22.1%

Poor - Very large gap

Voting Access Features

Early Voting
Mail-in Voting
Same-day Registration
Automatic Registration
Voter ID Required
Non-Photo ID Requested (alternatives available)

Civics Education Requirements

State-mandated civics courses, testing requirements, and education standards

C

Civics Education Standards

Strength Score: 62.5/100

Category: Strong (1.0-2.0)

Civics Test

Required for graduation

Test Type
USCIS Citizenship Test
Passing Score
60%
Implemented
2025

Course Requirements

Civic Literacy Course (alternative to test)

Credits Required
0.5 credits
Duration
0.5 semesters
Grade Levels
high school

Sources