Pursuant to KRS 117.383, the Secretary of State is required after all elections to randomly select one (1) ballot scanner and one (1) race tabulated on that scanner for a hand-to-eye recount for each county of the Commonwealth. A random selection was conducted for each county and the selections are indicated here.

Secretary's Desk

​This website provides an introduction to the Office of the Kentucky Secretary of State, from the time Kentucky became a state in 1792 through the present. Here, you can learn about the history of the office, including the distinguished men and women who have served as Secretary of State, and the responsibilities of the office. You can also find out more about the current administration, including the Secretary, and his staff. Finally, the Secretary of State's office maintains transparency and accountability by tracking its spending online.

If you have any questions about the office, please read the frequently asked questions or contact the office:

  • phone: (502) 564-3490
  • email
  • mail:  Office of the Secretary of State
             700 Capital Ave., Ste. 152
             Frankfort, KY 40601