U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has issued a statement following the announcement that State Senator Jimmy Higdon will not seek reelection. McConnell described Higdon as “a legislative titan of the Kentucky General Assembly” and highlighted his commitment to transportation and infrastructure improvements in the state.
McConnell noted their collaboration on key projects, including the Brent Spence Bridge, the Mountain Parkway in Eastern Kentucky, and the I-69 bridge in Henderson, Kentucky. He expressed appreciation for Higdon’s more than two decades of service.
“Jimmy Higdon is a legislative titan of the Kentucky General Assembly. His devotion to making the Commonwealth a better place through his work on transportation and infrastructure issues leaves behind an enduring legacy for generations to come. I am proud to have worked together with Jimmy on several important transportation projects like the Brent Spence Bridge, the Mountain Parkway in Eastern Kentucky, and the I-69 bridge in Henderson, Kentucky. While I am sad Jimmy is retiring, I’m confident he will continue to have a deep impact for the remainder of his term. I’m grateful for his more than 20 years of service to Kentucky, and for his several decades of friendship. Elaine and I wish him, Jane, and his entire family well in the next chapter of their lives,” said McConnell.
Higdon’s retirement marks the end of a significant period of public service focused on improving Kentucky’s infrastructure.
