Kentucky: Secretary of State - Archived Press Releases

Deadline to Switch Political Party Affiliation is December 31, 2007
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
If citizens want to change their party registration in time to participate in their party’s primary election that determines nominees for President of the United States, United States Senator, United States Congressional Representatives, and other partisan offices, they must do so by December 31, 2007; otherwise, they might miss out on their chance.
Special Elections Voter Registration Deadline
Thursday, December 06, 2007
If citizens who reside within House District 63 and 72 want to participate in the upcoming special elections for those vacancies in office, they are facing a very quick deadline to register to vote according to Kentucky’s chief election official, Secretary of State Trey Grayson.
And You Thought Elections were Over for a While! Not exactly – Filing for 2008 Races Begins
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Although many Kentuckians may have thought that the election season ended with yesterday’s election, a new cycle officially begins today. Potential candidates seeking an office on the 2008 ballot may now begin filing with the Office of the Secretary of State.
Students Cast Votes in Mock Election
Friday, November 02, 2007
Kentucky students see the upcoming election in a different manner than their parents if you compare the results of the 2007 Kentucky Student Mock Election to current public polling. Nearly 10,000 students from 85 schools across the Commonwealth picked the entire Republican slate in the election, sponsored by the Office of the Secretary of State and the Youth Leadership Institute (YLI)
Constitutional Officer Races Aren’t the Only Thing on the Ballot!
Friday, November 02, 2007
Some voters will have more decisions to make for election day on November 6, 2007. A number of counties will see races for the unexpired-terms of judicial offices and local offices, as well as some local referendum questions on their ballot in addition to races for the state’s constitutional officers.
Facts about Provisional Voting in Kentucky
Monday, October 29, 2007
(Frankfort, KY) Earlier today at a press conference, individuals falsely claimed that the Office of the Secretary of State was suppressing voters’ rights. At the press conference, they claimed that “Grayson’s office will not allow voters to use provisional ballots in this year’s election despite their use during federal elections in 2004 and 2006.” What the individuals failed to mention was that state laws and regulations have never allowed provisional ballots to be used for non-Federal races and that those provisions were adopted in a bi-partisan manner during the administration of former Democratic Secretary of State John Y. Brown, III upon the approval of the Help America Vote Act Advisory Committee for Kentucky.
Citizens Urged to Prepare for Upcoming Election
Monday, October 29, 2007
Secretary of State Trey Grayson, the chief elections officer of the Commonwealth, is encouraging all registered voters to cast their ballots on Election Day, November 6, 2007 and is encouraging citizens to prepare before doing so.
Kentuckians Have Online Resources to Help with Election
Monday, October 29, 2007
Kentuckians have access to multiple online services which will allow voters to prepare for the upcoming general election.
Students Can Participate in Slogan and Essay Contests
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Students can win valuable prizes all the while becoming more civically engaged by participating in the 2007 Office of the Secretary of State Slogan and Essay Contests.
Absentee Balloting is Open for Election
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Voters across Kentucky have begun casting ballots for this year’s election.
Write-in Candidates Face Deadline for Upcoming Election
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Candidates who want to be eligible to have their votes counted as a write-in candidate for the upcoming election have until October 26, 2007 to file with the appropriate filing officer.
Kentucky Continues Drop in Campaign Disclosure Rankings, Grayson-Backed Bill Would Reverse the Trend
Friday, October 19, 2007
The California-based Campaign Disclosure Project released its annual survey rankings of states’ efforts to bring sunlight to political money, and the results were not encouraging for Kentucky. For the second straight year, Kentucky dropped in the national rankings.
Deadline to Register Students for Mock Election Approaches Quickly
Friday, October 19, 2007
Tens of thousands of students across the state will have the opportunity to have their voices heard in the upcoming general election by participating in the Office of the Secretary of State’s 2007 Kentucky Student Mock Election, a partner election of the Youth Leadership Institute’s mock election.
Voter Registration Figures Set for Election, Registration Record Broken
Thursday, October 18, 2007
More Kentuckians are registered to vote than ever before in Kentucky, according to figures released by Secretary of State Trey Grayson and the Kentucky State Board of Elections.
Kentuckians Encouraged to Vote in Honor of a Veteran
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Over 25,000 people will be “voting in honor of a veteran” this fall, and there is still time for individuals to sign up to participate in the program before the November 6, 2007 election.
Many Businesses Face Upcoming Deadline
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Businesses based in Kentucky, both foreign and domestic, are facing an upcoming deadline to file their annual reports with the Office of the Secretary of State.
New Civics Website a Resource for Teachers, Students, Parents, and Community Leaders
Friday, October 12, 2007
As part of Civics Month and the Civic Literacy Initiative of Kentucky’s (CLIK) efforts to increase civic engagement and literacy among Kentucky’s citizens, the Kentucky Workgroup on Civic Literacy launched civics.ky.gov as a one-stop location for civic information across the Commonwealth.
More Kentucky Women Elected to Office than Ever Before, Still Trails the Country in Representation
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Kentucky women continue to increase their numbers in elected office, although the Commonwealth still trails the rest of the country according to a report issued today by Secretary of State Trey Grayson. The report is an update of the 2005 Report Opening Doors of Opportunity: Empowering and Inspiring Kentucky Women to Public Service, following the 2006 elections – the largest ballot in Kentucky’s history.
College Students Make Their Choices for Governor, Hundreds Register to Vote
Monday, October 08, 2007
If the election were held today, Kentucky students would elect a new governor, but by a much closer margin that current public polling in the Governor’s race has shown.
Calling All Precinct Officers!
Monday, October 08, 2007
Secretary of State Trey Grayson is encouraging citizens to take an active role in the upcoming November general election by signing up to become a precinct election officer.
Kentuckians Face Upcoming Deadline to Register to Vote in General Election
Thursday, October 04, 2007
If Kentuckians want to participate in the upcoming general election on November 6, 2007, they have less than one week to make sure they are registered to vote, Kentucky’s chief election official, Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today.
Grayson and Stumbo Agree on Paper-based Voting for Kentucky
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Secretary of State Trey Grayson, chair of the State Board of Elections and Kentucky’s Chief Elections Official, received a report today commissioned by Attorney General Greg Stumbo that, among other things, encourages Kentucky to move to optical scan voting machines as Grayson has advocated.
October is Civics Month in Kentucky
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
October is Civics Month in Kentucky, and there will be events throughout the Commonwealth to remind citizens, both young and old, about the importance of being engaged in the democratic process.
Grayson Announces Kentucky Voter Registration Week
Monday, October 01, 2007
With the 2007 general election only weeks away, Kentuckians, including election officials across the state, will be focusing on Voter Registration Week in order to increase the number of registered voters eligible to vote in the November 6, 2007 election.
Secretary Grayson Appears Before Senate Committee to Advocate for a Rotating Regional Primary Plan
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
“This is the right problem to be solving.” Those words by Ranking Member Senator Bob Bennett (R-Utah) explained the urgency of the need to address the front-loading of the presidential primary process in the United States.
State Board Votes to Re-Certify Election Systems
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
The Kentucky State Board of Elections (SBE) met today and re-examined voting systems from three voting system vendors: Election Systems and Software, Hart InterCivic, and Premier Election Solutions. All three systems were recertified by a unanimous vote of the State Board upon the recommendation of the state’s voting system examiners team consisting of a county clerk, an expert in computer science, and a person who is knowledgeable in election procedures and law in Kentucky.
Want to Know Who Donated to Candidates Now? It’s Easy -- Just Pass Campaign Finance Legislation Pre-Filed Today
Monday, September 10, 2007
Today, reporters and political junkies can find out just how much money candidates for Governor and other constitutional offices have raised for the 2007 general election – well, that’s the way it would be, if the Kentucky General Assembly passes legislation pre- filed by State Senator Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown), which is endorsed by Secretary of State Trey Grayson.
Grayson to Lead National Effort to Reform the Presidential Primary Process
Thursday, September 06, 2007
Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson will continue to serve as Co-Chair of the National Association of Secretaries of State’s (NASS) Presidential Primary Sub-committee for the next year.
State Fair “Straw Poll” Results
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Kentucky looks to still be a competitive state in the upcoming presidential race if results from the first-ever Office of the Secretary of State State Fair “Straw Poll” are any indication.
Independent Candidate and Special Election Candidates Face Deadline
Friday, August 10, 2007
Candidates for office who want to fill judicial vacancies, or who want to run as an independent candidate for statewide office, are facing a deadline of August 14, 2007 to have their filing papers and fees into the Office of the Secretary of State.
Grayson Criticizes Stumbo for Lack of Support of Voter Verified Paper Records
Friday, August 10, 2007
On a day when thousands of Kentuckians read about Secretary of State Trey Grayson’s plan to provide greater accountability in Kentucky’s elections process, Attorney General Greg Stumbo again issued reckless allegations to garner headlines while stating that he does not support Voter Verified Paper Records (VVPRs) for Kentucky elections.
Grayson Selected as Treasurer of the National Association of Secretaries of State
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Secretary of State Trey Grayson has once again been selected for a leadership position within the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS), assuming a position on the association’s executive committee. Grayson will serve one term as treasurer, with the term set to expire in July of 2007.
Kentucky Election Official to Chair National Elections Board
Thursday, July 26, 2007
The Standards Board of the United States Election Assistance Commission (EAC) has selected officers to serve through June 2008 and Kentucky State Board of Elections (SBE) Executive Director, Sarah Ball Johnson, has been chosen as the Board’s chair.
Secretary Grayson Discusses Presidential Primary Problem in the U.S.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Appearing before the Interim Joint Committee on State Government’s Task Force on Elections, Constitutional Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs, Secretary of State Trey Grayson told legislators that the presidential nomination process in the United State is the broken and is in desperate need of repair.
Fletcher and Beshear Tie in Mock Election, One Vote Does Make a Difference
Friday, July 06, 2007
Kentucky’s Governors Scholars received a great civics lesson when each of the three Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP) campuses hosted a mock gubernatorial election during Independence Day week--that’s because the total vote in the mock election was a tie between Governor Ernie Fletcher and former Lt. Gov Steve Beshear.
Judicial Position Candidate Filings Now Open
Friday, June 29, 2007
The state constitutional officer races will not be the only races that many Kentuckians see on the ballot this fall. Special elections for judicial positions, such as those that were created by House Bill 382, as enacted by the 2006 General Assembly, will also appear on the 2007 ballots.
Kentucky Businesses Face Annual Report Filing Deadline, New Service Available
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Businesses based in Kentucky, both foreign and domestic, are facing an upcoming deadline to file their annual reports with the Office of the Secretary of State.
Legislation Filed to Repeal the Gubernatorial Runoff Law
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
On the day when Kentucky was expected to hold its first runoff election in seventy-five years, legislation was pre-filed to permanently repeal gubernatorial runoff elections. BR 74 was pre-filed by State Senator Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown) for consideration during the 2008 Regular Session.
Three Kentuckians Honored by Grayson and National Association of Secretaries of State
Friday, June 22, 2007
Passing two of the most comprehensive changes to business entity laws in Kentucky’s history is no small feat. Despite those difficulties, three Kentuckians were honored today for making that process look simple after leading the effort to pass Secretary of State Trey Grayson’s backed business enhancement legislation.
State Board of Elections Certify Primary Elections Results
Monday, June 11, 2007
The Kentucky State Board of Elections met today and certified the 2007 primary election results. The certification makes the recanvassed results from counties official and sets the stage for the general election races in the fall.
Grayson Reminds Voters about Judicial Races
Sunday, May 20, 2007
Some voters will have more decisions to make for primary election day on May 22, 2007. A number of counties will see judicial races on their ballot in addition to races for the state’s constitutional officers.
Newest Web Service Launched at National Genealogical Convention
Sunday, May 20, 2007
History and technology met today at the National Genealogical Society Conference in Richmond, Virginia. During a presentation by staff of the Kentucky Office of the Secretary of State’s Land Office, Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced the latest addition to the nationally recognized Land Office website at http://sos.ky.gov/land.
Vote in Honor of a Veteran Campaign Enjoys Great Success
Sunday, May 20, 2007
If the number of people sporting “Vote in Honor of a Veteran” buttons this election season is any indication of whether Kentuckians are starting to pay attention to upcoming primary race, we may see an up-tick in voter turnout on May 22, 2007.
Study Shows Students Flunk Civics Test, Kentucky Addressing the Problem
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
With Kentucky election officials predicting frustratingly low turnout in the May 22, 2007 primary election, a report released today revealed one of the reasons why civic participation is declining - American students are not being taught the basics of democracy and civics.
Citizens Urged to Prepare for Upcoming Primary Election
Monday, May 14, 2007
Secretary of State Trey Grayson, the chief elections officer of the Commonwealth, is encouraging all registered voters to cast their ballots on Primary Election Day, May 22, 2007 and is encouraging citizens to prepare before doing so.
Online Services Aid Voters for Upcoming Election
Friday, May 11, 2007
Haven’t heard much about the upcoming primary election in Kentucky? No problem! Kentuckians have access to multiple online services which will allow voters to prepare for the election.
Absentee Balloting is Open for Primary Election
Friday, May 11, 2007
With Kentucky’s most notorious horse race in the record books, Kentuckians’ attention is now focused on the next big “horse race” in Kentucky – the Kentucky Constitutional Officer Elections. Voters across Kentucky have begun casting ballots for the 2007 Primary Race.
Grayson Continues to Promote New Voting Program Honoring Veterans
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Flanked by state legislators and veterans, Secretary of State Trey Grayson launched the “Vote in Honor of a Veteran” program, an initiative designed to increase voter participation by honoring the service of America’s military men and women.
Grayson Announces New Voting Program Honoring Veterans
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Flanked by state legislators and veterans, Secretary of State Trey Grayson launched the “Vote in Honor of a Veteran” program, an initiative designed to increase voter participation by honoring the service of America’s military men and women.
Primary Voter Registration Figures are Set, Registration Record Broken
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
More Kentuckians are registered to vote than ever before in Kentucky, according to figures released by Secretary of State Trey Grayson and the Kentucky State Board of Elections.
Calling All Precinct Election Officers!
Monday, April 23, 2007
Secretary of State Trey Grayson encouraged citizens to take an active role in the upcoming May primary election by signing up to become a precinct election officer.
Students Make Their Choices for Governor, Hundreds Register to Vote
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Students at Kentucky’s public universities have made their choices known for their preferred nominees in the 2007 Kentucky Gubernatorial primary.
Secretary Grayson Presents Award for State Voter Essay Contest
Thursday, April 12, 2007
When it comes to talking about the importance of democracy, there is none better in the Commonwealth than Madison County’s own Candace Faith Moberly. Secretary of State Trey Grayson today presented a first place award in the Office of the Secretary of State Voter Slogan and Essay Contest to the Madison Southern High School student.
Voter Registration Deadline Nears for Primary Election
Monday, April 09, 2007
With political ads announcing the beginning of the primary campaign season, Kentuckians who wish to vote in the upcoming May 22, 2007 primary only have a few more days to register to vote.
State Board of Elections Votes on Emergency Regulation for Runoff Election, Military and Overseas Voters to have Better Access to Absentee Ballots
Thursday, March 29, 2007
The Kentucky State Board of Elections took immediate action yesterday to address a potential problem that Kentucky’s military servicemen and overseas citizens may face in the upcoming runoff primary election.
General Assembly Passes Second Major Business Enhancement Legislation in as Many Years; Grayson’s Legislative Priority Heads to Governor’s Desk
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
The Kentucky State House today passed HB 334, sponsored by Rep. Scott Brinkman (R-Louisville), one of the largest pieces of modernization legislation for Kentucky Business Entity laws in the Commonwealth’s history.
Legislature Passes SB 14, Fixes Presidential Nomination Issue
Monday, March 26, 2007
The Kentucky State Senate today concurred with changes made in Senate Bill 14 which would slightly delay the nomination filing deadline for candidates for President of the United States.
Independent Candidate Deadline for Statement of Candidacy Approaching
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Candidates seeking public office as an independent or political group candidate for a partisan office must file their Statement-of-Candidacy form with the Secretary of State by Monday, April 2, 2007 in order to be placed on the ballot for the November 6th general election.
Grayson Praises Legislature for Support of HB 66
Friday, March 09, 2007
Secretary of State Trey Grayson praised members of the General Assembly today for the passage of House Bill 66, sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Higdon.
Kentucky Election Director Elected Secretary of National Elections Standards Board
Thursday, March 01, 2007
The Standards Board of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) recently elected its executive board members at a meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. Kentucky’s Executive Director of the State Board of Elections, Sarah Ball Johnson was elected secretary.
Grayson Re-Elected to Lead Fellow Secretaries of State
Friday, February 23, 2007
Republican Secretaries of State from across the country re-affirmed their confidence in the leadership of Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson by re-electing him as chairman of their national association while attending the annual winter meeting of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS).
Top Officials Announce Support for Campaign Finance Legislation
Thursday, February 15, 2007
The California-based Campaign Disclosure Project recently downgraded Kentucky in its annual ranking of states with the best campaign finance laws. Kentucky might vault back into its national leadership standing after the General Assembly considers a bill sponsored by State Senator Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown).
Nation’s Top State Election Officials Call for Sweeping Reforms to the Presidential Nominating Process
Thursday, February 08, 2007
National Association of Secretaries of State plan would rotate regional primaries starting in 2012.
Grayson Presents Louisville Teacher with National Civics Award
Monday, January 29, 2007
Educating students to be engaged citizens is a daily goal for Central High School civics and government teacher Ms. Galelyn McElroy, who Secretary of State Trey Grayson honored today for her exemplary service to Kentucky students.
2007 Election Filing Deadline One Week Away
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Time is running out for potential candidates to place their name on the ballot for the 2007 primary elections. Primary candidates, including political party candidates and candidates for non-partisan races that file with the Secretary of State, have until January 30, 2007 to file for office.
Candidates for Court of Appeals Position Face Upcoming Deadline
Friday, January 19, 2007
The Office of the Secretary of State received notification today from Chief Justice Joseph Lambert that a vacancy exists in the 1st Division of the 3rd District of the Kentucky Court of Appeals and therefore an election to fill the unexpired term is necessary.
Businesses’ Annual Reports Available Earlier Than Ever
Friday, January 12, 2007
Kentucky business entities now have access to their annual reports, marking the earliest date the reports have been available in the Commonwealth’s history.
Grayson Announces Study of Voter Verified Paper Trails
Thursday, December 28, 2006
With national and local advocates supporting his cause, Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that the Kentucky Help America Vote Act (HAVA) advisory committee will study the issues surrounding the implementation of voter verified paper audit trails (VVPATs) for Kentucky’s elections system.
Nine New Judicial Positions to Appear on 2007 Ballot; Filing Begins Jan. 2
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that the Office of the Secretary of State will begin accepting filings for nine (9) newly created judicial positions on Tuesday, January 2, 2007.
Deadline to Switch Political Party Affiliation is December 31, 2006
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
If citizens want to change their party registration in time to participate in their party’s primary election that determine nominees for Kentucky’s constitutional offices, they must do so by December 31, 2006; otherwise, they might miss out on their chance.
Grayson Launches New Secretary of State History Webpage with Former Secretaries of State
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
(Frankfort, KY) Surrounded by Kentucky’s former Secretaries of State, current Secretary of State Trey Grayson launched a new website dedicated to the history of the Office of the Secretary of State and the officeholders who have directed it. The site features biographies, timelines, photographs, and other relevant information.
Elections Over? Not Quite – Filing for 2007 Races Begins
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
Potential candidates for Kentucky’s constitutional offices may now begin filing with the Office of the Secretary of State. Candidates will either appear on the May 22, 2007 primary or November 6, 2007 general election ballots.
Grayson Requests Assistance from Media Outlets to Protect the Election’s Integrity
Friday, November 03, 2006
During the now infamous 2000 election cycle, numerous media outlets across the country declared a winner in the presidential race in the state of Florida even before the polls had closed in a portion of the state within the Central Standard Time (CST) Zone. Many media reports noted that voters in the Florida panhandle, which falls in the CST Zone, felt disenfranchised, thinking their votes did not matter.
Thousands of Students Participate in Kentucky’s Mock Election
Thursday, November 02, 2006
If Kentucky students had it their way, every member of Congress would head back to Washington D.C. next January. Nearly 28,000 Kentucky middle and high school students went to the polls this week to vote for their favorite candidates for congress and to voice their opinions on a number of general issues.
Kentuckians Urged to Prepare for Election
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Voters should prepare for the 2006 general election on November 7, 2006 Secretary of State Trey Grayson reminded Kentuckians today. With the largest ballot in Kentucky’s history facing voters, citizens would be well advised to research candidates before they head to the polls.
Kentuckians to Participate in Historic Elections
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 to vote in the Kentucky general election with more races on the ballot than at any other time in Kentucky’s history. In addition to a large ballot, voters will also see new accessible voting machines in every polling location in the Commonwealth in addition to or in replacement of machines that they had used in previous elections. Election officials are also reminding individuals of a common voting error that occurs when non-partisan races are on the ballot.
Grayson Releases Report on Diversity in Kentucky Leadership
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Following up on the lauded Opening Doors of Opportunity: Empowering and Inspiring Kentucky Women to Public Service report that detailed the leadership that many women are providing across the Commonwealth, Secretary of State Trey Grayson released today United We Stand: Encouraging Diversity in Kentucky’s Leaders, a similar report that looks at racial diversity in Kentucky’s leaders.
Grayson Releases County Specific Voter Information Posters
Monday, October 30, 2006
In a continuation of the large voter education efforts taking place before the historical election on November 7, 2006, Secretary of State Trey Grayson released county specific voter information posters today. The posters include information about polling location hours, how to obtain valuable voter information such as polling locations and sample ballots, phone numbers to report voting irregularities, and contact information for the respective county clerk’s office.
Agencies Target Young Citizens to Vote in the General Election
Sunday, October 29, 2006
With young adults seemingly less engaged with the political process, the Kentucky State Board of Elections and Secretary of State Trey Grayson have launched efforts to increase awareness of the upcoming election. The two campaigns are specifically targeted at young people who do not vote, in hopes of increasing the turnout among young people in the general election on November 7, 2006.
Grayson Touts Online Services to Aid Voters before Election Day
Sunday, October 29, 2006
Kentuckians have access to multiple online services which will allow voters to prepare for the upcoming general election, an historic election with more races on the ballot than at any other time in Kentucky’s history.
Officials Meet to Combat Voter Fraud Issues
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Officials from various agencies from across the Commonwealth met today in Frankfort to discuss upcoming efforts to prevent and eradicate voter fraud in the November 7th Election. Secretary of State Trey Grayson, Representatives from the State Board of Elections, the Kentucky Attorney General’s office, and the U.S. Attorneys’ offices discussed the importance of this year’s elections and how each office is working to protect the election from potential fraud.
Write-In Candidates Face Deadline for Upcoming Election
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
Candidates who want to be eligible to have their votes counted as a write-in candidate for the upcoming election have until October 27, 2006 to file with the appropriate filing officer.
Many Kentucky Businesses Face Upcoming Deadline
Friday, October 20, 2006
Businesses based in Kentucky, both foreign and domestic, are facing an upcoming deadline to file their annual reports with the Office of the Secretary of State. Secretary of State Trey Grayson is reminding all Corporations, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), and Professional Services Corporations (PSCs) that are registered with the state and that failed to file an annual report by June 30 of this year that they are in bad standing and must file their annual report by October 31, 2006. Failure to do so will result in the entity being administratively dissolved or being revoked of its authority to do business in Kentucky.
Absentee Voting Begins in Historic Election
Friday, October 20, 2006
Voters across Kentucky have begun casting ballots in what is an historic general election with more races on the ballot than at any time in Kentucky’s history. While not all Kentuckians can head to the polls before Election Day, Kentucky law does provide opportunities for some voters to cast absentee ballots before the November 7, 2006 election.
2006 General Election Registration Figures Set
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Over 2.76 million citizens are eligible to vote in the 2006 general election in Kentucky, the largest election in Kentucky’s history. The number, a couple percentage points higher than the figures available during the May primary election, is the second highest total number of registrations in the Commonwealth’s history.
Franklin Circuit Court Rules that “Innovative” Voter Database Matching Can Continue
Monday, October 02, 2006
The Franklin Circuit Court today found “database matching to be a necessary tool to maintain accurate voter registration information.” In his order, Judge Thomas Wingate ruled that the voters who have registered in multiple states may be placed on an inactive voter list to be purged if the voters do not participate in the next two federal election cycles.
Deadline to Register to Vote in the 2006 General Election Nears
Monday, October 02, 2006
If Kentuckians want to participate in the largest election in the Commonwealth’s history on November 07, 2006, they need to make sure they are registered to vote, Kentucky’s chief election official, Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today.
National Voter Registration Week - Sept. 25-Oct. 1, 2006
Monday, September 25, 2006
As a kickoff to the National Voter Registration Week, Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson today announced the launch of a new website designed to provide eligible voters in the Commonwealth with all of the information they need to vote in the upcoming primary elections.
Grayson Releases Report to Increase Civic Engagement and Literacy of Kentucky’s Citizens
Monday, September 18, 2006
On National Constitution Day, a day set aside by Congress to increase civics education in the classroom specifically pertaining to the United States Constitution, Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced that Kentucky needs to do more to increase the civic literacy and engagement of his citizens. As part of the announcement, he released a report, Rediscovering Democracy: An Agenda for Action, that calls upon the state to take tangible steps to increase civic literacy.
Primary Turnout Data Now Available
Thursday, August 10, 2006
The State Board of Elections announced today that primary turnout data for the May primary election is now available on its website at www.elect.ky.gov. Statewide turnout was 31.4% for primary election, slightly less than the 35% turnout that had been predicted.
Candidate Filing Deadline Quickly Approaching
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
With the Fancy Farm picnic nearing, the unofficial kick-off to the general election campaign season in Kentucky, the Commonwealth’s focus on the November 7, 2006 election is sharpening and none too soon. On August 8, 2006, candidates seeking public office as an independent or political group candidate must file their nominating petitions with the appropriate filing officials.
Nine New Judicial Positions to Appear on November 2006 Ballot
Thursday, July 06, 2006
Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that the Office of the Secretary of State will begin accepting filings for nine newly created judicial positions on Monday, July 17, 2006.
Time Nearing for Companies to File Annual Reports
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Businesses based in Kentucky, both foreign and domestic, are facing an upcoming deadline to file their annual reports with the Office of the Secretary of State.
State Board of Elections Certifies Vote Total
Wednesday, May 31, 2006
The State Board of Elections met today and, among their actions, certified the vote totals from the May 16, 2006 primary election. With the certification, a partial stage is set for the 2006 general election, which will feature more races on the ballot than at any other time in Kentucky’s history.
Office Website Continues to Garner Accolades
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
When Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson directed his staff to revamp his office’s website shortly after he was sworn into office in 2004, his primary focus was to make the site more accessible to constituents and to provide more online services. What he did not envision was that the site would soon receive international recognition for its design and even serve as a model for other Secretary of State websites across the country.
Primary Election 2006
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Kentucky voters headed to the polls today to choose candidates that will appear on the largest ballot in Kentucky’s history on November 7, 2006. While the State Board of Elections received general election calls on issues in election administration, the primary was successful, considering the number of changes facing Kentucky voters at the polls.
Kentuckians Can Request Time Off to Vote
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
No Kentuckian should be prevented from voting in the upcoming election due to their work schedule, if he or she requests leave prior to the day in which he or she will cast his or her vote according to Secretary of State Trey Grayson.
Secretary Grayson Announces Online Services to Aid Voters for the Primary Election.
Tuesday, May 09, 2006
Kentuckians now have access to multiple online services which will allow voters to prepare for the upcoming primary election, an historic election with more races on the ballot than at any other time in Kentucky’s history.
Kentuckians to Participate in Historic Elections
Tuesday, May 09, 2006
Voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 16th to vote in the Kentucky primary election with more races on the ballot than at any other time in Kentucky’s history. In addition to a large ballot, voters will also see new accessible voting machines in every polling location in the Commonwealth in addition or in replacement of machines that they had used in previous elections.
Officials Join Together to Monitor Upcoming Election for Voter Fraud
Monday, May 08, 2006
Officials from various agencies from across the Commonwealth visited Pikeville, KY to emphasize that vote fraud will not be tolerated in the May 16th Primary Election. Secretary of State Trey Grayson, Attorney General Greg Stumbo, and Ken Taylor, the chief election fraud prosecutor for U.S. Attorney Amul Thapar in the Eastern District of Kentucky, discussed the importance of this year’s elections and how each office is working to protect the election from potential fraud. Similar efforts are underway in the Western District of Kentucky with U.S. Attorney David Huber.
Voters to See Changes at the Polls
Monday, May 08, 2006
When Kentuckians head to the polls next week, they are likely to see a number of changes at the polls, with many voting in a new location from their previous visits to the voting booth. Thanks in part to the sweeping election reform passed by Congress in the wake of the 2000 Presidential election cycle, the State Board of Elections, county clerks, and other election officials across Kentucky and the nation are working to ensure that citizens have the best access to the elections process in our country’s history.
Kentuckians Begin Casting Ballots for Historic Election
Monday, May 01, 2006
Voters across Kentucky have begun casting ballots in what is an historic primary election with more races on the ballot than at any time in Kentucky’s history. While not all Kentuckians can head to the polls before election day, Kentucky law does provide opportunities for some voters to cast absentee ballots before the May 16, 2006 election.
Registration Figures for Primary Election Set
Monday, May 01, 2006
Over 2.7 million citizens are eligible to vote in the 2006 primary election in Kentucky.
Jamestown Elementary Students Commissioned as Commonwealth Ambassadors
Monday, May 01, 2006
Secretary of State Trey Grayson who has long advocated for students to become more engaged with their government, traveled to Jamestown, KY to commission students as the first Commonwealth Ambassadors.
Kentucky Blazes Path in New Voter Fraud Prevention Technique
Monday, April 24, 2006
Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that Kentucky is one of four initial states to take proactive steps to prevent voters from voting in mutiple states simultaneously, the first such step of its kind in the nation.
Southern States Set Goals for Increasing Civic Engagement
Monday, April 24, 2006
Experts on civic education and civic engagement from a consortium of thirteen southern states gathered in Louisville, Kentucky this week for the inaugural Southern Conference on Civic Education and Engagement.
Deadline to Register to Vote in the 2006 Primary Election Nears
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
With more races on the ballot than ever before in Kentucky’s history, Kentuckians who wish to vote in the upcoming May 16, 2006 primary only have a few more days to register to vote. The deadline to register for the upcoming May primary is Monday, April 17th. County Clerks’ offices throughout Kentucky will accept voter registration cards until the close of business that day.
Independent Candidate Deadline for Statement of Candidacy Approaching
Monday, March 27, 2006
Candidates seeking public office as an independent or political group candidate must file their Statement-of-Candidacy form with the appropriate filing official by Monday, April 3, 2006 in order to be placed on the ballot for the November 7th general election.
Legislation to Protect Voters at the Polls Heads to Governor’s Desk
Thursday, March 23, 2006
The Kentucky House acted today to protect Kentucky elections from fraudulent “pay-per-card” voter registration techniques that ran rampant across the country in previous elections by passing House Bill 301, sponsored by Rep. Adrian Arnold (D-Mount Sterling).
Business Enhancement Legislation Passes, Grayson’s Top Legislative Priority on Way to Governor’s Desk
Thursday, March 23, 2006
The Kentucky Senate unanimously endorsed legislation today that will substantially modernize and enhance Kentucky partnership law for the first time in over fifty years.
Secretary Grayson Reminds Katrina Evacuees: Don’t Miss Your Opportunity to Vote
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Secretary of State Trey Grayson today urged all New Orleans’ Hurricane Katrina evacuees, who have temporarily relocated to Kentucky, to immediately contact the Louisiana Secretary of State in order to participate in the upcoming Orleans Parish elections.
Bill to Address Vote Hauling Receives Important Endorsements
Friday, February 24, 2006
Today, Secretary of State Trey Grayson and Kentucky House Minority Whip Ken Upchurch (R-Monticello) announced major endorsements for House Bill 658 which outlaws the use of vote hauling as a conduit for illegally purchasing votes. Former Secretaries of State Bob Babbage and John Y. Brown, III have voiced their support for the legislation as has a former Kentucky Attorney General and a former Assistant U.S Attorney.
Senate Committee Paves Way for More Civic Education
Thursday, February 09, 2006
Kentucky high schools are one step closer to an innovative new course that will not only place an emphasis on civics education but also upon the civic engagement of students, thanks to the work of the Senate Education Committee.
Committee Passes Kentucky Business Enhancement Legislation
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
The Kentucky House Judiciary Committee took an important first step today in substantially modernizing and enhancing Kentucky partnership law for the first time in over fifty years. House Bill 234, sponsored by Rep. Scott Brinkman (R-Louisville), will align Kentucky law with the most recent version of the Uniform Partnership Act, as approved by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws
House Committee Passes Expansive Election Legislation
Thursday, February 02, 2006
The Kentucky House Elections, Constitutional Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs Committee continued their aggressive effort to clean up and strengthen Kentucky election laws by passing House Bill 423, House Bill 438, and House Bill 464.
Office of the Secretary of State Sets Candidate Filing Record – One Day Remains for Candidates to File
Monday, January 30, 2006
With only one more day for primary candidates, including political party candidates and candidates for non-partisan races that file with the Secretary of State to run for office, the Office of the Secretary of State set a new record for candidate filings during an election season.
Candidate Filing Deadline Quickly Approaching
Monday, January 23, 2006
Time is running out for potential candidates to place their name of the ballot. Primary candidates, including political party candidates and candidates for non-partisan races that file with the Secretary of State, have until January 31, 2006 to file for office.
Annual Reports Now Available, New and Improved Services
Friday, January 20, 2006
Business entities registered in the Commonwealth of Kentucky can now obtain their 2006 annual reports with a single click of a mouse on the Kentucky Secretary of State’s website. Additionally, if they choose to file their report online, they will find some new and improved services awaiting them.
House Takes Steps to Protect Kentucky Voters from Fraud
Thursday, January 19, 2006
The Kentucky House Elections, Constitutional Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs committee acted today to protect Kentucky elections from fraudulent “pay-per-card” voter registration techniques that ran rampant across the country in previous elections by passing House Bill 301, sponsored by Rep. Adrian Arnold (D-Mount Sterling).
Citizens Face Upcoming Deadlines for Additional Special Election
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
If citizens want to cast their ballot in either of the upcoming special elections in Jefferson County, they must register to vote before the close of business on Tuesday, January 17, 2006.
Deadline to Switch Political Party Affiliation is December 31, 2005
Monday, December 12, 2005
Kentucky state law requires any citizen who wishes to change his/her voter registration and also vote in that party’s upcoming primary election must be registered with his/her new party by December 31st of the preceding year.
Filing for 2006 Election Cycle to Begin on November 9, 2005
Monday, November 07, 2005
Potential candidates for the 2006 election cycle may begin filing with the appropriate election official on Wednesday, November 9, 2005.
Many Kentucky Businesses Face Upcoming Deadline
Friday, October 28, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson is reminding all Corporations, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), and Professional Services Corporations (PSCs) that are registered with the state and that failed to file an annual report by June 30 of this year that they are in bad standing and must file their annual report by October 31, 2005. Failure to do so will result in the entity being administratively dissolved or being revoked of its authority to do business in Kentucky.
The Kentucky Department of State Lends a Hand for Others
Wednesday, October 26, 2005
Employees of the Kentucky Department of State, which is comprised of the Office of the Secretary of State, the Registry of Election of Election Finance, and the Kentucky State Board of Elections, answered the Kentucky Employees Charitable Campaign’s call for help. The department raised over $5410 for the campaign, representing an increase of over 43 percent since last year and a 103% increase since 2001.
Ballot Access Procedural Manual Available for the First Time for Potential Candidates
Friday, October 07, 2005
In order to help the thousands of candidates, both new and old, running for political office in 2006, the Office of the Secretary of State has developed a ballot access procedural manual titled: Declaring Your Candidacy.
Grayson Appoints Former Secretary of State Ken Harper to Kentucky Registry of Election Finance
Friday, September 30, 2005
(Frankfort, KY) Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that former Secretary of State Ken Harper is his appointment to the Registry of Election Finance. Harper, a resident of Crestview Hills in Northern Kentucky, will begin his service on the Registry immediately upon his appointment.
Grayson Announces First-in-the-Nation Online Service to Protect Voters
Tuesday, September 27, 2005
With internet scams rampant on the World Wide Web, Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today a new effort to protect voters from fraudulent websites in anticipation of the largest election in Kentucky history with more than 4,000 races on the ballot.
Office of the Secretary of State’s Website Wins International Award
Monday, September 19, 2005
The Kentucky Office of the Secretary of State’s website recently received international recognition as one of the outstanding government websites in the world from the Web Marketing Association.
Workgroup on Civic Literacy Celebrates Constitution Day
Monday, September 12, 2005
With the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution just around the corner, school children across the country will focus a portion of their classes this week on the Constitution and the role that it plays in the lives of American citizens. The Kentucky Workgroup on Civic Literacy is encouraging all Kentucky citizens to take a moment this week to reflect on the Constitution and the liberties that it provides for each American.
Secretary Grayson Awarded Aspen-Rodel Fellowship in Public Leadership
Thursday, September 08, 2005
Washington DC, Sept. 8, 2005—Secretary of State Trey Grayson and State Treasurer Jonathan Miller have been identified by the Aspen Institute as two of “the true rising stars” of American politics and are among 24 of the nation’s top young elected officials selected for a new fellowship program honoring public leaders.
Secretary Grayson Releases Report on Female Elected Officials
Monday, August 22, 2005
Surrounded by current and future women leaders in the Commonwealth, Secretary of State Trey Grayson released a report today on the current state of female elected officials in Kentucky.
Voter Information Center Expands Available Information
Wednesday, August 10, 2005
Kentuckians will go to the polls in 2006 with a record number of offices for which to vote and the anticipation for this record-breaking election is building. With citizens already announcing their possible candidacy and with the first day for candidate filings drawing near, the Kentucky State Board of Elections has expanded access to a variety of voter information through website’s Voter Information Center. Most notably, the site now allows voters to check their party registration.
Grayson Named Chairman of National Elections Committee
Friday, July 29, 2005
Secretary of State Grayson, who at age 33 is the youngest Secretary of State in the country, was appointed to serve as the chairman of the elections committee of the National Association of Secretary of State’s (NASS) summer conference this past week in Minnesota.
Statement on the Passing of Dr. Thomas Clark
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Nancy and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of a great Kentuckian and friend, Dr. Thomas Clark. His passion for Kentucky, our people, and our history is unmatched and serves as a great example to us all. Kentucky has not only lost a great scholar, historian, and friend, but it has also one of its greatest ambassadors and role models.
Office of the Secretary of State's Website is Now Multilingual
Friday, June 24, 2005
With Kentucky’s economy diversifying through foreign based companies who now call the Commonwealth home, Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that the Office of the Secretary of State’s website will offer translations into six new languages.
State Board of Elections Cleans Voter Rolls for Fraud Prevention
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
The State Board of Elections recently completed a “clean up” of Kentucky’s voter rolls in order to prevent fraud from occurring in future elections. After removing over 160,000 inactive voters, Kentucky’s voter registration now stands at 2,667,079 citizens.
Office of the Secretary of State to Consolidate Offices
Tuesday, June 07, 2005
The Office of the Secretary of State announced today that the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) branch office located at 363 Versailles Road in Frankfort, KY will be consolidated into other offices located at the Capitol Building. The new office will be located in RM 153 of the Capitol, marking the first time that all services of the Secretary of State will be located under the same roof in nearly five years.
Kentucky Jaycees Recognize Secretary Grayson as 2005 Outstanding Young Kentuckian
Friday, June 03, 2005
The Kentucky Junior Chamber (Jaycees) recently recognized Secretary of State Trey Grayson at their annual awards ceremony and awards banquet as one of two outstanding young Kentuckians.
Thirty Days Remain for Companies to File Annual Reports
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
Businesses based in Kentucky, both foreign and domestic, are facing an upcoming deadline to file their annual reports with the Office of the Secretary of State. Secretary of State Trey Grayson is reminding all Corporations, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), and Professional Services Corporations (PSCs) that are registered with the state, that they are required to file an annual report by June 30 of each year; failure to do so will result in the company being listed as in bad standing with the office and could ultimately lead to the entity being administratively dissolved or being revoked of their authority to do business in Kentucky.
Cradle to College Wins Nationally Prestigious Grant
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
State Treasurer Jonathan Miller and Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that their Cradle to College Commission has been awarded a grant, worth up to $100,000, from the Saving for Education, Entrepreneurship, and Downpayment (SEED) Policy and Practice Initiative. The grant gives the commission $20,000 per year for up to five years and provides assistance from CFED, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works to expand economic opportunity.
Secretary Grayson Urges Citizens to Focus on Kentucky History in Celebration of Kentucky Statehood Day
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
Kentuckians across the Commonwealth will celebrate Kentucky’s acceptance into statehood in conjunction with Kentucky Statehood Day, June 1, 2005. Along with the traditional celebration, Secretary of State Trey Grayson is encouraging Kentuckians to increase their civic literacy by focusing upon Kentucky’s history.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces Kentucky Land Office Website will Include Additional Historical Resources Thanks to Noted Kentucky Historians
Tuesday, May 24, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that the new Kentucky Land Office website will include additional historical resources thanks to noted Kentucky historians and authors. The site, which recently went through an entire re-design, includes articles, maps, and databases from notables such as Ron Bryant, Neal Hammon, and Bud Salyer.
Secretary Grayson Announces Expanded Online Services
Monday, May 02, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson today officially announced the launch of a new online application that allows constituents to track the progress of service of summonses on nonresidents. The new service coincides with the recent launch of a new website for the Office of the Secretary of State, which also features online access to business forms previously unavailable via the world wide web.
Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces Instant Access to Historical Records with the Launch of the New Kentucky Land Office Web Presence.
Wednesday, April 27, 2005
Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson and the Office of the Secretary of State continue to pioneer in using internet technology to provide instant access to historical records in the office’s custody with the recent launch of the new Kentucky Land Office on the Office of the Secretary of State’s website at www.sos.ky.gov/land.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces Launch of Newly-Designed Office Website at http://sos.ky.gov
Monday, April 25, 2005
Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that his office now has a new online presence, located at: http://sos.ky.gov/. The Office of the Secretary of State officially launched its redesigned site today.
Secretary Grayson Lauds Legislature’s Passage of Senate Bill 7
Monday, March 21, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson praised the Kentucky Legislature for passing Senate Bill 7, sponsored by Senator Alice Forgy Kerr (R-Lexington), which requires schools to be closed on primary election days. Schools are already required to be closed for general election days.
Secretary Grayson Congratulates Legislature on Passage of House Bill 26
Monday, March 21, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson greeted the news of passage of House Bill 26 with praise for members of the Kentucky Legislature. The bill, sponsored by Representative Adrian Arnold (D-Mount Sterling), now goes to the Governor for his consideration.
Repeal of Taxpayer Funded Political Campaigns Legislation Heads to Governor’s Desk
Tuesday, March 08, 2005
The Kentucky Legislature took an historic step today by voting to repeal the largely unpopular and unsuccessful legislation that required taxpayer funding of gubernatorial campaigns in the Commonwealth. Senate Bill 112, sponsored by Senator Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown), will now be sent to the Governor’s desk for consideration after the Senate concurred with amendments that the House of Representatives attached to the bill last week.
Secretary Grayson Applauds House for Historic Passage of Senate Bill 112.
Friday, March 04, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson praised members of the Kentucky House of Representatives after the historic passage of Senate Bill 112 sponsored by Senator Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown). The bill passed today on a floor vote with 78 votes in favor of the bill and 17 in opposition. The Kentucky Senate approved the bill last month. Due to amendments, the Senate must concur with the changes.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Releases Report on Civics Summit.
Thursday, March 03, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson appeared before the Kentucky Senate Education Committee today to release Rediscovering Democracy: A Report on the Kentucky Summit on Civic Literacy. The report outlines the efforts of the Civic Literacy Initiative of Kentucky (CLIK) and the corresponding summit that was held last October.
Secretary Grayson Applauds House Committee for Passage of Senate Bill 112
Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson praised members of the House Elections, Constitutional Amendments, and Intergovernmental Affairs committee after the passage of Senate Bill 112.
Secretary Grayson Commends House Committee for Passage of Senate Bill 7
Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson praised the efforts of the House Elections, Constitutional Amendments, and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee for passing legislation that will further protect Kentucky students and elections. Senate Bill 7, sponsored by Senator Alice Forgy Kerr (R-Lexington), would require schools to be closed on primary election days. Schools already are required to be closed for general election days.
Senate Bill 127 One Step Closer to Becoming Law
Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Senate Bill 127 came one step closer to becoming law after the House Elections, Constitutional Amendments, and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee passed the bill unanimously today
Secretary Grayson Applauds Senate Committee for Passage of House Bill 26
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson praised members of the Kentucky Senate State & Local Government committee today, for passing House Bill 26 by a unanimous vote.
Secretary Grayson Commends Senate for Passing Bill 127
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson (R-Boone County) commended the Kentucky State Senate for passing Senate Bill 127 which provides a clear process for challenging the bona fides of candidates before Election Day. The bill passed with overwhelming support in today’s floor vote short after being passed unanimously in a committee vote today.
Secretary Grayson Applauds Senate Committee for Quick Action on Senate Bill 112
Tuesday, February 15, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson commended members of the Kentucky Senate after the passage of Senate Bill 112. The bill passed with 34 votes in favor of the bill in today’s floor vote.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces Expansion of Online Services
Friday, February 11, 2005
Business entities registered in the Commonwealth of Kentucky can now obtain their annual reports with a single click of a mouse on the Kentucky Secretary of State’s website thanks to a new service announced today by Secretary of State Trey Grayson. This new service will allow businesses access to their annual reports nearly two months earlier than was previously available.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces Expansion of Online Services
Friday, February 11, 2005
Business entities registered in the Commonwealth of Kentucky can now obtain their annual reports with a single click of a mouse on the Kentucky Secretary of State’s website thanks to a new service announced today by Secretary of State Trey Grayson. This new service will allow businesses access to their annual reports nearly two months earlier than was previously available.
Secretary Grayson & Senator Leeper Announce Bill to Provide Guidelines to Settle Election Challenges
Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson (R-Boone County) and Senator Bob Leeper (I-Paducah) announced their support today of Senate Bill 127, an act that would require any action commenced in a circuit court challenging candidates for office to be filed no later than 50 days prior to the general election. The bill already received bi-partisan support from Senator Richie Sanders, Jr. (R-Franklin) and Senator Johnny Ray Turner (D-Drift) who have signed on as co-sponsors of the bill.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Elected to Lead Fellow Secretaries of State
Tuesday, February 08, 2005
(Washington, D.C.) Republican Secretaries of State from across the country elected Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson chairman of their national association while attending the annual winter meeting of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS). The Republican Association of Secretaries of State (RASS) currently includes 26 members from across the country. Grayson was elected to a two-year term that will conclude in February of 2007.
Secretary Grayson Applauds House for Quick Action on House Bill 26
Monday, February 07, 2005
Secretary of State Trey Grayson greeted the news of the Kentucky House of Representatives passage of House Bill 26 with praise for members of the Kentucky House. The bill passed 97-0 in today’s floor vote.
Secretary Grayson Urges Iraqi Citizens to Register to Vote
Tuesday, January 18, 2005
With the United States celebrating another successful democratic election during inaugural festivities this week in the nation’s capital, Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson is encouraging Iraqi citizens living in the state to register to vote in the upcoming Iraqi Transitional National Assembly election on January 30, 2005.
Electors Meet and Cast Votes for President and Vice President of the United States
Tuesday, December 14, 2004
Kentuckians from across the Commonwealth gathered at the State Capitol to witness Kentucky’s eight Presidential Electors cast their ballots for President and Vice President of the United States of America. George W. Bush and Richard Cheney received all eight votes for President and Vice-President, respectively.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Addresses Congressional Conference on Civic Education
Thursday, December 09, 2004
Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson, who recently hosted a state-wide summit on civic literacy, addressed the general assembly at the 2nd Annual Congressional Conference on Civic Education, encouraging attendees to take action.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Addresses Needed Election Reforms
Tuesday, December 07, 2004
Appearing before the state legislature’s Task Force on Elections, Constitutional Amendments, and Intergovernmental Affairs, Secretary of State Trey Grayson urged legislators to take action on several needed election reforms for the 2005 legislative session. In his remarks, Grayson placed a high priority on addressing the practice of vote hauling and reinstating an electioneering ban.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Appointed to Prestigious Post
Thursday, November 18, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson has been named to the Senior Advisory Committee of Harvard University's renowned Institute of Politics.
Students Make their Choice Known for President & U.S. Senator
Thursday, October 28, 2004
Nearly 32,000 Kentucky high school students voted today for their favorite candidates for President of the United States and U.S. Senator. High school students from across the Commonwealth participated in the National Student Mock Election coordinated by Secretary of State Trey Grayson.
Kentuckians Can Request Time Off To Vote
Wednesday, October 27, 2004
No Kentuckian should be prevented from voting in the upcoming election due to their work schedule, if they request leave prior to the day in which they will cast their vote according to Secretary of State Trey Grayson.
Officials Join Together to Monitor Upcoming Election for Voter Fraud
Thursday, October 21, 2004
Officials from various agencies from across the Commonwealth stood together recently in the State Capitol Rotunda to emphasize that vote fraud will not be tolerated in the November 2nd election
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Coordinates Mock Election for Kentucky High School Students on October 28, 2004
Thursday, October 21, 2004
Over 53,000 Kentucky high school students will go to the polls on October 28, 2004 to vote for their favorite candidates for President of the United States and U.S. Senator, and to voice their opinion on an amendment to the Kentucky Constitution.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces More Kentuckians than ever are Registered to Vote
Friday, October 15, 2004
More Kentuckians than ever before are registered to vote in the upcoming general election according to figures released today by Secretary of State Trey Grayson and the State Board of Elections.
Kentucky Convenes the Summit on Civic Literacy
Wednesday, October 06, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson, Senator Jack Westwood, Representative Tanya Pullin, the Kentucky Department of Education, the Administrative Office of the Courts, as well as other national and state community leaders came together on October 5th, 2004 to discuss the state of civic literacy among Kentucky’s youth.
Kentucky State Board of Elections Launches Newly-Designed Website
Friday, October 01, 2004
The Kentucky State Board of Elections now has a new online presence, located at http://elect.ky.gov. The Elections Board officially launched its redesigned site today.
Secretary Grayson Requests Assistance from Media Outlets to Help Protect the Integrity of the 2004 General Election.
Tuesday, September 28, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson sent a letter to members of the media on behalf of the State Board of Elections requesting that media outlets voluntarily not release the results from races that cross both the Eastern and Central time zones until the polls in the Central time zones have closed at 6:00 p.m. (CST).
New Service Works to Assist Military Personnel Vote in the General Election
Tuesday, September 28, 2004
The State Board of Elections is partnering with the United States Postal Service, the Department of Defense, and local County Clerks to expedite the delivery of absentee ballots to and from military post offices overseas for this year’s general election.
Registration Deadline nears for November General Election
Friday, September 24, 2004
Those who wish to vote in the November General Election must register to vote by the close of business on Monday, October 4.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Named to National Leadership Positions
Monday, September 13, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson was recently appointed Vice-Chairman of the National Association of Secretaries of State’s (NASS) standing committee on voter participation and to the advisory committee for Just Democracy, Inc., a non-partisan, non-profit organization established to support fair and honest voting by utilizing the skills and resources of law students on Election Day.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Named a GOP “Rising Star” at Republican National Convention
Monday, September 13, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson was recently honored at the Republican National Convention as a “Rising Star” in the Republican Party by United Leaders, a nonpartisan, nonprofit action tank based at Harvard University Institute of Politics in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces Appeal Filed with the United State Supreme Court in the Anderson v. Spear Case.
Thursday, July 22, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced today that the Office of the Attorney General filed a writ of certiorari with the United States Supreme Court on behalf of the Kentucky State Board of Elections in Anderson v. Spear. This case struck down Kentucky’s “electioneering” law.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces Launch of the Governor’s Executive Journal Online
Tuesday, July 20, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced recently the launch of a new online service for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Interested parties can now access portions of the Governor’s Executive Journal online at www.kysos.com.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces the Receipt of the Federal Election Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (EAID) Grant
Tuesday, July 13, 2004
Secretary of State Trey Grayson, chief election officer of the Commonwealth and Chairman of the State Board of Elections, joined Sarah Ball Johnson, Executive Director of the State Board of Elections, to announce that the State Board of Elections is a recipient of the federal Election Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (EAID) grant.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Asks for Public’s Assistance in Ongoing Criminal Investigation
Tuesday, July 06, 2004
Today, Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced an ongoing criminal investigation into misappropriation of funds by a state employee in the Records section of the Corporate Filings Division of the Secretary of State’s office.
Secretary of State Trey Grayson Announces to the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) that Selected Revolutionary War Patents are Now Online
Friday, June 11, 2004
At the June 5, 2004, annual Flag Day luncheon hosted by the John Marshall Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Louisville, Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson announced that scanned images for selected patent files are now available online. Researchers can view Revolutionary War documents in their actual format; this includes the official warrant (many of which include red wax seals) presented to the veteran, heir or assignee; the survey authorized by the warrant; and the governor’s grant finalizing the patent.
State Board of Elections Appoints New Members to the McCracken County Board of Elections and Certifies Primary Vote Totals
Tuesday, June 08, 2004
The State Board of Elections met today and among their actions appointed members to county board of elections and certified the vote totals from the May 18, 2004 primary election.
Voter Information Center
Monday, May 17, 2004
Kentucky voters will now have immediate access to a variety of voter information through the Kentucky State Board of Elections website.