Jennifer Hardin

Jennifer Hardin
Member-elect of the Kentucky House of Representatives
from the 33rd district
Assuming office
January 1, 2027
SucceedingJason Nemes
Personal details
Born (1983-08-15) August 15, 1983 (age 43)
PartyDemocratic

Jennifer Layne Hardin (born August 15, 1983) is an American politician who is a member-elect of the Kentucky House of Representatives. Her term will begin in January 2027. She will represent the 33rd district, which comprises parts of Jefferson, Oldham, and Shelby counties.

Political career

Hancock was elected in the 2026 Kentucky House of Representatives election, defeating incumbent Republican representative Jason Nemes for reelection. She previously defeated candidate Tarah Combs LeBlanc in the May primary election.

Electoral history

2026

Democratic primary results
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Jennifer Hardin 2,930 65.49
Democratic Tarah Combs LeBlanc 1,544 34.51
Total votes 4,474 100.0
2026 Kentucky's 33rd House of Representatives district election
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Jennifer Hardin 9,857 51.39
Republican Jason Michael Nemes (incumbent) 9,323 48.61
Total votes 19,180 100.0
Democratic gain from Republican

References

  1. ↑ Doll, Keely; Menderski, Maggie; Kuzydym, Stephanie (November 3, 2026). "Nemes, Tichenor, Raque Adams among GOP incumbents toppled in KY state races". The Courier Journal. Retrieved November 9, 2026.
  2. ↑ "Official 2026 Primary Election Results" (PDF). Kentucky Secretary of State. Retrieved November 9, 2026.
  3. ↑ "Election Night Reporting". Kentucky Secretary of State. Retrieved November 9, 2026.