Jimmy Higdon
Born
1953
Contact
Email · jimmy.higdon@kylegislature.gov
District office
KY
270-692-6945
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46
Bills sponsored
this session · 276 all-time
0
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 6 all-time
—
Enacted into law
counting…
3006
Recorded votes
96%
Vote participation
voted in 96% of 3006 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
26rs session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
98.6%
based on 279 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
1.4%
based on 279 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
94.3%
based on 279 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
276 billsCurrent session 46 bills
- SB 245 AN ACT relating to tobacco, nicotine, or vapor product licensure and declaring an emergency. Signed
- SB 124 AN ACT relating to sick leave for school district personnel. Passed
- SB 278 AN ACT relating to the Department of Kentucky State Police. Signed
- SR 181 A RESOLUTION commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. Passed
- SR 122 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of John Douglas "Doug" Hubbard. Passed
- SR 118 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Joseph H. Mattingly, Jr. Passed
- SB 279 AN ACT relating to the efficient use of public funds in postsecondary institutions. In Committee
- SB 280 AN ACT relating to the operation of a motor vehicle. In Committee
- SB 232 AN ACT relating to transportation. In Committee
- SB 39 AN ACT relating to fish and wildlife and declaring an emergency. Signed
- SB 80 AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to restoration of rights. Passed
- SB 9 AN ACT relating to housing districts. Passed
- SR 167 A RESOLUTION honoring and remembering Technical Sergeant Ashley B. Pruitt upon her passing as she made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Passed
- SB 123 AN ACT relating to testing of applicants for instruction permits and operator's licenses. In Committee
- SR 57 A RESOLUTION honoring Father Patrick McDowell on the occasion of his ordination into the priesthood. Passed
- SB 339 AN ACT relating to motor carrier safety regulation. In Committee
- SB 28 AN ACT relating to operating a motor vehicle. Passed
- SB 119 AN ACT relating to eminent domain. In Committee
- SB 169 AN ACT proposing to create a new section of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to property exempt from taxation. In Committee
- SJR 68 A JOINT RESOLUTION urging the United States Congress to pass the Major Richard Star Act to ensure veterans with disabilities receive their full United States Department of Defense retirement pay and United States Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation without offset. In Committee
- SB 51 AN ACT proposing to create a new section of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to property exempt from taxation. Passed
- SB 223 AN ACT relating to the regulation of cannabis-infused beverages. Passed
- SB 70 AN ACT relating to the Public Pension Oversight Board. Signed
- SB 151 AN ACT relating to evaluations of certified educators. In Committee
- SB 140 AN ACT relating to new public school construction. In Committee
Historical 230 bills
- SB 199 AN ACT relating to motor vehicles and making an appropriation. Signed
- SB 91 AN ACT providing funding and establishing conditions for state government agencies and institutions, making an appropriation therefor, and declaring an emergency. Signed
- SB 130 AN ACT relating to discriminatory practices by state agencies. Died
- SR 167 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Jessie "Jess" J. Adkins. Died
- SR 95 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Charles David Haydon. Died
- SR 2 A RESOLUTION honoring the extraordinary service of Senator John Schickel to the Commonwealth of Kentucky upon his retirement from the General Assembly. Died
- SR 157 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Ray William "Roy" Moffit Sr. Died
- SR 22 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Thomas Eugene "Tom" Brahm. Died
- SR 290 A RESOLUTION honoring the Morehead State University Eagles men's basketball team, 2024 Ohio Valley Conference champions. Died
- SR 335 A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Edward Hoppy Bennett to the Kentucky State Fair Board. Died
- SR 94 A RESOLUTION honoring the 20th Black History Celebration and recognizing that Black history is American history. Died
- SR 124 A RESOLUTION honoring George Smith on being named pastor emeritus of First Baptist Church in Leitchfield. Died
- SB 283 AN ACT relating to correctional services. Died
- SR 37 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory former State Representative Johnnie Hubert "Hubie" Collins. Died
- SB 71 AN ACT relating to health services. Signed
- SB 248 AN ACT relating to transportation. Died
- SR 96 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Colonel (Retired) Arthur L. Kelly. Died
- SB 107 AN ACT relating to transportation and making an appropriation therefor. Signed
- SB 241 AN ACT relating to transportation. Died
- SB 295 AN ACT relating to vaccines. Died
- SR 88 A RESOLUTION recognizing and honoring Representative Brandon Reed. Died
- SB 4 AN ACT relating to sick leave for members of the Teachers' Retirement System and declaring an emergency. Died
- SR 90 A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of Brother Joe Adams. Died
- SB 225 AN ACT relating to transportation. Died
- SR 156 A RESOLUTION recognizing and honoring Franseda Gunn upon the news of her upcoming induction to the 5th Region Athletic Directors Hall of Fame. Died
Co-sponsored
6 billsHistorical 6 bills
- SB 295 AN ACT relating to vaccines. Died
- SB 205 AN ACT providing maternity leave for public school employees. Died
- SB 188 AN ACT relating to patient access to pharmacy benefits. Signed
- SB 130 AN ACT relating to discriminatory practices by state agencies. Died
- SB 75 AN ACT relating to the control of vehicular traffic. Died
- SB 71 AN ACT relating to health services. Signed
Voting record
Current session 50 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
|
HB 2
AN ACT relating to Medicaid, making an appropriation therefor, and declaring an emergency.
EMERGENCY |
Yea | pass | April 01, 2026 |
|
SB 37
AN ACT relating to state symbols.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SB 37 w/ HFA 1, HFA 3, HFA 2 (T) |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
HB 869
AN ACT relating to fiscal matters and declaring an emergency.
FINAL PASSAGE OF HB 869 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SB 197
AN ACT providing funding and establishing conditions for state government agencies and institutions, making an appropriation therefor, and declaring an emergency.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SB 197 w/ HCS 2, HCA 2 (T) |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SJR 116
A JOINT RESOLUTION directing the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and Eastern Kentucky University to coordinate a search for actionable solutions to physician shortages and to explore and expand health care opportunities in medically underserved areas in collaboration with community, state agency, professional associations, and other stakeholders.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SJR 116 w/ HCS 1, HFA 1, HCA 1 (T) |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SB 324
AN ACT relating to the entertainment industry.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SB 324 w/ HCS 1, HCA 1 (T) |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SB 66
AN ACT relating to the operation of a motor vehicle.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SB 66 w/ HCS 1 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SB 98
AN ACT relating to welding safety.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SB 98 w/ HFA 4 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SB 214
AN ACT relating to agriculture and declaring an emergency.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SB 214 w/ HFA 1, HFA 2 (T) |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SB 133
AN ACT relating to the fiscal reporting of local entities.
FINAL PASSAGE OF SB 133 w/ HFA 3 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 219
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of William Crawford to the Board of Trustees of the Teachers' Retirement System.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 219 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 235
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Joan Stringer to the Kentucky State University Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 235 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 267
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of F. Bruce Williams to the Board of Directors of the Kentucky Employers' Mutual Insurance Authority.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 267 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 264
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Fritz Giesecke to the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 264 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 230
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Arthur Ryan to the Board of Nursing.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 230 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 239
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Lisa Marie Rudzinski to the Education Professional Standards Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 239 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 212
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Thomas James Radivonyk, Jr., to the Standards and Assessments Process Review Committee.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 212 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 281
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of David Wallace to the Kentucky State Fair Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 281 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 217
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Wilton Currie Milliken to the Western Kentucky University Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 217 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 254
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Victoria Grooms to the Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 254 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 247
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Paul Todd Case to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 247 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 257
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Debra Wulfeck to the Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 257 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 242
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Elijah Edwards to the Education Professional Standards Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 242 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 253
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Mark Kleiner to the Kentucky Lottery Corporation Board of Directors.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 253 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 231
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Andrew Wood to the Public Service Commission.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 231 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 249
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Elaine Wilson to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 249 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 229
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Monica Kennison to the Board of Nursing.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 229 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 237
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Edward Hatchett to the Kentucky State University Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 237 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 227
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Anne Veno to the Board of Nursing.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 227 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 275
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Kerry McCandless to the Kentucky Lottery Corporation Board of Directors.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 275 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 262
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Darrin Benton to the Kentucky State Fair Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 262 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 263
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Heather Graham to the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 263 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 268
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of as Joseph Koester to Board of Directors of the Kentucky Employers' Mutual Insurance Authority.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 268 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 271
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Dr. Kenny Burdine to the Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 271 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 241
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Justin Kyle Mitchell to the Education Professional Standards Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 241 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 250
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Hilary Sykes to the Crime Victims Compensation Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 250 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 233
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Ken Hunt to the Kentucky Community and Technical College System Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 233 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 228
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Hope Jones to the Board of Nursing.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 228 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 215
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Elizabeth G. Dinkins to the Education Professional Standards Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 215 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 244
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Marilyn Mason to the Kentucky Housing Corporation Board of Directors.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 244 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 246
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Leon Clark Williams to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 246 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 236
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Matthew Grimshaw to the Kentucky State University Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 236 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 238
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Merideth Murphy Pittman to the Education Professional Standards Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 238 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 245
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Amy Miller to the Board of Tax Appeals.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 245 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 251
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Kathryn Thomas to the Board of Claims.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 251 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 261
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Steve Kelly to the Kentucky State Fair Board.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 261 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 234
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Tara Horn to the Kentucky Community and Technical College System Board of Regents.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 234 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 274
A RESOLUTION confirming the hiring of Eric King as executive director of the Energy Planning and Inventory Commission.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 274 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 266
A RESOLUTION confirming the reappointment of Sean Garber to the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 266 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |
|
SR 248
A RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of James P. Gray II to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees.
CONSENT PASSAGE OF SR 248 |
Yea | pass | April 15, 2026 |