The 2008 Kentucky Senate election was held on November 4, 2008. The Republican and Democratic primary elections were held on May 20. Half of the senate (all odd-numbered seats) was up for election. Prior to the election 22 seats were held by Republicans and 15 were held by Democrats, while one was held by Independent senator Bob Leeper, who caucused with the Republicans. Republicans maintained their majority in the chamber, without gaining or losing any seats.
Predictions SourceRankingAs of Governing | October 15, 2008
Retirements 9th District: Richie Sanders (R) retired. 11th District: Dick Roeding (R) retired.
Closest races Seats where the margin of victory was under 10%:
Special elections District 30 special
District 1
District 3
District 5
District 7
District 9
District 11
District 13
District 15
District 17
District 19
District 21
District 23
District 25
District 27
District 29
District 31
District 33
District 35
District 37
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