Kentucky voters will go to the polls on May 19 for the state’s primary election, where several major races and statewide seats will be on the ballot.
When do Kentucky polls start and end?
kentucky The state is one of six states that will hold primaries on Tuesday, May 19, as the 2026 midterm election cycle heats up. Other states voting today are alabamaGeorgia, Idaho, Oregon and Pennsylvania.
In Kentucky specifically, voting is open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time, making it one of the states on the list that ends early. However, those in line at polling stations before 6pm will be allowed to vote.
So if you haven’t voted yet, make sure you go before night.
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What should I bring to the polling station?
Kentucky requires voters to show identification before voting, The Courier Journal reported. Acceptable forms of identification include:
- Kentucky driver’s license or state-issued ID card
- U.S. military ID card
- College ID card
- Kentucky Government ID Card
- US passport or passport card
If you do not have a valid photo ID, you can still vote, but you will need to fill out a voter verification form at your polling location and provide another form of identification, such as a Social Security card, a card showing your name and photo, or an Electronic Benefit Transfer or SNAP card showing your name.
It’s worth noting, however, that a new law passed by the Kentucky General Assembly in March eliminated Social Security and SNAP cards as acceptable alternatives, although that change doesn’t take effect until July, so both cards remain valid for today’s primary.
Today’s key games to watch in Kentucky
There’s a lot at stake in today’s Kentucky primary. The next biggest games include:
one us Senate Several candidates are vying to replace Mitch McConnell in the race.
The other major race is in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District. Republican Rep. Thomas Massie is trying to keep his seat but faces a challenge from Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL who got president donald trump.
The winner of today’s primary will face off in the November general election.
