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Joshua earned his bachelor’s degree in community leadership & development from the University of Kentucky and master's degree in business administration from Northcentral University. 

Joshua currently works as a director of strategic initiatives for the Louisville Metro Government. He previously worked as a leasing manager at Waterside At River Park Place. 

As of October 10, 2024, Joshua Watkins’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Plans to support local businesses and unions.

Economy

Promises to implement safety measures to reduce violence and substance abuse, and increase support for mental health initiatives and homelessness.

- Promises to implement safety measures to reduce violence and substance abuse, and increase support for mental health initiatives and homelessness.

Public Safety

As of August 20, 2024, Joshua Watkins’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Healthcare

Promises to work on enhancing the Jefferson County Public School system by increasing funding, integrating technology, supporting teachers, and expanding opportunities for students.

Wants to work on enhancing the Jefferson County Public School system by increasing funding, integrating technology, supporting teachers, and expanding opportunities for students.

- Wants to work on enhancing the Jefferson County Public School system by increasing funding, integrating technology, supporting teachers, and expanding opportunities for students.

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Joshua Watkins

Joshua currently works as a Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Louisville Metro Government. He previously worked as a Leasing Manager at Waterside At River Park Place. 

As of September 30, 2024, Joshua Watkins’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Joshua Watkins was born as the middle child of five to Harley and Mary Watkins. He pursued a unique educational journey and holds a Master’s in Business Administration, specializing in Public Administration.

Joshua Watkins has nearly a decade of experience in local government, serving in roles related to real estate, community development, project management, and performance improvement.

As of September 4, 2024, Joshua Watkins’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes in "Participatory Economic Growth."

Wants to create a prosperous community by supporting local talent and families, aiming to strengthen the economy and assist those facing hardships.

Plans to improve access to healthcare, supportive services, and community programs for veterans and senior citizens.

Aims to create a community free from violence and drug abuse through collaboration and unity.

Believes in enhancing community safety and health.

Plans to work on expanding access to healthcare.

- Your state representative represents the interests of your local district in the Kentucky State House of Representatives. The State House of Representatives, along with the State Senate, makes up your state lawmaking body: the Kentucky General Assembly.
- Your state representative can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws. 
- There are 100 members of the Kentucky House of Representatives, each representing a single district. Representatives must be at least 24 years old and reside in the state for at least two years before their election. 
- State Representatives are elected to two-year terms. They only serve in the role part-time. 
- In addition to a $203 per day salary, state representatives also receive mileage reimbursements and a daily expense stipend of $182. 

Kentucky State Representative, District 42

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