Nima Kulkarni
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Nima Kulkarni (Democratic Party) is a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives, representing District 40. She assumed office on January 1, 2019. Her current term ends on January 1, 2027.
Kulkarni (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Kentucky House of Representatives to represent District 40. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Biography
Nima Kulkarni graduated from Atherton High School. She earned a bachelor's and master's degree in business administration from the University of Louisville and a J.D. from the University of District of Columbia School of Law. Her career experience includes working as the founder and managing attorney of Indus Law Firm. Kulkarni's organizational affiliations include Louisville Public Media, the Community Foundation of Louisville, the Rotary Club of Louisville, and the Greater Louisville International Professionals.[1]
Committee assignments
Note: This membership information was last updated in September 2023. Ballotpedia completes biannual updates of committee membership. If you would like to send us an update, email us at:[email protected].
2023-2024
Kulkarni was assigned to the following committees:
- Economic Development & Workforce Investment Committee
- House Judiciary Committee
- Licensing, Occupations, and Administrative Regulations Committee
- Small Business & Information Technology Committee
- Economic Development & Workforce Investment Committee
- Judiciary Committee
- Small Business & Information Technology Committee
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2021-2022
Kulkarni was assigned to the following committees:
- House Agriculture Committee
- House Banking and Insurance Committee
- Economic Development & Workforce Investment Committee
- House Judiciary Committee
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2019-2020
Kulkarni was assigned to the following committees:
- Economic Development & Workforce Investment Committee
- House Judiciary Committee
- Licensing, Occupations, and Administrative Regulations Committee
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Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2024
See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40
Incumbent Nima Kulkarni won election in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Nima Kulkarni (D) | 100.0 | 10,293 |
| Total votes: 10,293 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Nima Kulkarni (D) (Disqualified, appeared on ballot)
Endorsements
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Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Kulkarni in this election.
2022
See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40
Incumbent Nima Kulkarni won election in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Nima Kulkarni (D) | 100.0 | 7,318 |
| Total votes: 7,318 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Nima Kulkarni advanced from the Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40.
2020
See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40
Incumbent Nima Kulkarni won election in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Nima Kulkarni (D) | 100.0 | 12,446 |
| Total votes: 12,446 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40
Incumbent Nima Kulkarni defeated Dennis Horlander in the Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 on June 23, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Nima Kulkarni | 78.5 | 5,632 |
 | Dennis Horlander | 21.5 | 1,538 | |
| Total votes: 7,170 | |||
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2018
Richard Ramirez ran as a write-in candidate.
General election
General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40
Nima Kulkarni defeated Joshua Neubert in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Nima Kulkarni (D) | 74.2 | 8,619 |
| Joshua Neubert (R) | 25.8 | 3,004 | ||
| Total votes: 11,623 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40
Nima Kulkarni defeated incumbent Dennis Horlander, Logan Gatti, and Kelly Gibson in the Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 on May 22, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Nima Kulkarni | 46.6 | 1,642 |
| Dennis Horlander | 25.4 | 894 | |
 | Logan Gatti | 15.4 | 541 | |
| Kelly Gibson | 12.7 | 447 | ||
| Total votes: 3,524 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40
Joshua Neubert advanced from the Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 on May 22, 2018.
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Nima Kulkarni did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.
2022
Nima Kulkarni did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
2020
Nima Kulkarni did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
- See also: Ballotpedia's candidate surveys
Nima Kulkarni participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 11, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Nima Kulkarni's responses follow below.[2]
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
| “ | 1) Find new revenue sources and progressive tax reform 2) Protect public and human services programs |
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What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?
| “ | I am passionate about protecting and preserving crucial public services for Kentuckians, as these are always the first to be cut in any budget discussion. We must find new sources of revenue instead of simply cutting programs that are vital to our citizens. We must also reduce the rate of felony disenfranchisement and implement sentencing reform so that all our citizens can become engaged members of our community.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[4]
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Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Nima Kulkarni answered the following:
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
| “ | Integrity, Commitment, Dedication, Humility[4] | ” |
| “ | I am committed to working with legislators to craft policies that benefit our citizens. I have been an attorney, advocate, and community leader for 10 years, and am dedicated to serving the people of Kentucky and to fight for their rights and values. I know that public office is a public service, not to be undertaken for selfish reasons, and I will work hard every day to move Kentucky forward.[4] | ” |
| “ | Finding new sources of revenue, healthcare access, a living wage for all Kentuckians, environmentally sustainable policies, and immigration will continue to be critical issues in the next decade.[4] | ” |
| “ | It is crucial to build relationships with other legislators in order to pass legislation that is beneficial to Kentucky. Being able to work with those who may disagree with your views or policies is the job, and the goal must always be in the best interests of our constituents.[4] | ” |
| “ | Judiciary, Economic Development, Health & Family Services[4] | ” |
Ballotpedia biographical submission form
The candidate completed Ballotpedia's biographical information submission form:
| “ | What is your political philosophy?
I am a strong Democrat, and am running to preserve democratic values for all Kentuckians. At a time when our most cherished ideals and institutions are under unprecedented levels of attack, I am committed to fight for the rights of working families, women, children, our elders, and all disadvantaged and struggling citizens of Kentucky. The policies being implemented in Frankfort do not reflect the best interests of Kentuckians, and I pledge to show up every day to step up for them, support them, and move Kentucky forward. Is there anything you would like to add? I strongly believe that public office is a public service. I will serve the people of the 40th District and Kentucky, and be a committed, informed voice for our community. I have dedicated hundreds of hours to pro bono legal services and community information sessions, and have been recognized for my service work and leadership. I have been named Business First's 40 Under 40, Greater Louisville, Inc. Emerging Leader, World Affairs Council Global Visionary, Presentation Academy Tower Award recipient in Government & Law. I have also appeared numerous times on KET's Kentucky Tonight and One to One. I have built relationships with legislators in Frankfort over the years, and will work with them to get things done for the benefit of all Kentuckians.[4] |
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| —Nima Kulkarni[1] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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2024
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In 2024, the Kentucky State Legislature was in session from January 2 to April 15.
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2023
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In 2023, the Kentucky State Legislature was in session from January 3 to March 30.
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2022
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In 2022, the Kentucky State Legislature was in session from January 4 to April 14.
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2021
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In 2021, the Kentucky State Legislature was in session from January 5 to March 30.
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2020
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In 2020, the Kentucky State Legislature was in session from January 7 to April 15.
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2019
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In 2019, the Kentucky General Assembly was in session from January 8 through March 29.
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See also
2024 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Information submitted on Ballotpedia’s biographical information submission form on April 11, 2018
- ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
- ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Nima Kulkarni's responses," April 11, 2018
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
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| Preceded by Dennis Horlander (D) |
Kentucky House of Representatives District 40 2019-Present |
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