Gov. Andy Beshear signed an executive order that allows registered voters in Kentucky to mail in their ballot for the state’s rescheduled primary election on June 23, and other options such as drive-thru voting may be possible.
The order comes after a recommendation from Secretary of State Michael Adams, making it a bi-partisan agreement after weeks of discussion.
“Today’s executive order and regulations that will be created by the Kentucky State Board of Elections will allow all Kentuckians who are registered to vote for the upcoming primary to vote by mail through an absentee ballot,” Beshear said in a statement.
The primary was originally set for May 18 but was pushed back due to COVID-19.
The new voting plan expands absentee voting, and those wishing to vote by mail must request a ballot. The State Board of Elections will create an online portal for voters to make the request.
The board will also be working on a plan to safely conduct limited in-person voting and possible drive-thru voting options so that those who cannot vote by mail can exercise their right to vote.
The clerks can also limit the number of sites for in-person voting on June 23.
“Voters across the political spectrum will be pleased with this plan to protect both democracy and public health,” Adams said. “I’m grateful to Gov. Beshear for his leadership, and his working in good faith with me toward ensuring a successful and safe election.”
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