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Courtney Gilbert

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Courtney Gilbert
Image of Courtney Gilbert
Prior offices
Kentucky House of Representatives District 24
Successor: Ryan Bivens
Predecessor: Brandon Reed

Elections and appointments
Last election

March 19, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Louisiana Baptist University, 2009

Contact

Courtney Gilbert (Republican Party) was a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives, representing District 24. She assumed office on March 25, 2024. She left office on January 1, 2025.

Gilbert (Republican Party) ran in a special election to the Kentucky House of Representatives to represent District 24. She won in the special general election on March 19, 2024.

Biography

Courtney Gilbert earned a bachelor's degree in music and communications from Louisiana Baptist University in 2009. Gilbert's career experience includes working as a bookkeeper for several small businesses as well as running a private studio teaching violin, piano, Spanish, and German. She has also produced or assisted in over 25 films for independent filmmakers, small businesses, and global missions.[1]

Elections

2024

See also: Kentucky state legislative special elections, 2024

General election

Special general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24

Courtney Gilbert defeated Johnny Pennington and Craig Astor in the special general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24 on March 19, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Courtney Gilbert
Courtney Gilbert (R)
 
62.5
 
1,025
Johnny Pennington (D)
 
22.7
 
372
Image of Craig Astor
Craig Astor (Independent) (Write-in) Candidate Connection
 
14.9
 
244

Total votes: 1,641
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2022

See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24

Incumbent Brandon Reed defeated Keith Pruitt in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Brandon Reed
Brandon Reed (R)
 
76.2
 
11,873
Keith Pruitt (D)
 
23.8
 
3,706

Total votes: 15,579
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24

Keith Pruitt defeated Johnny Pennington in the Democratic primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24 on May 17, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Keith Pruitt
 
70.0
 
1,667
Johnny Pennington
 
30.0
 
714

Total votes: 2,381
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24

Incumbent Brandon Reed defeated Courtney Gilbert in the Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 24 on May 17, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Brandon Reed
Brandon Reed
 
68.3
 
3,769
Image of Courtney Gilbert
Courtney Gilbert Candidate Connection
 
31.7
 
1,751

Total votes: 5,520
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Campaign themes

2024

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2022

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Courtney Gilbert, lifelong Republican, professional musician and Christian filmmaker, has filed to run for the office of Kentucky State Representative in the 24th District.

Courtney's interest in politics began while still in high school. Subsequently she participated in several trainings of the TeenPact Leadership Schools, in cooperation with the Leadership Institute and Liberty University.

For nine years Courtney served as Youth Chair of the LaRue County Republican Party, from 2008–2017. During this time she also served as a delegate to the Republican Second District and State Conventions in 2008, 2012, and 2016.

A 2019 recipient of the LaRue County Herald News 20 Under 30 Award, Courtney will bring to the House of Representatives an extensive list of skills. With over a decade of foreign missions experience including language school in Switzerland, Courtney is experienced in communicating with others from a variety of cultural and ideological backgrounds.

Courtney resides in Hodgenville on the family farm.
Effective pro-life legislation, quality education, anti-trafficking efforts.

First and Second Amendment protection, constitutional carry, economic freedom without mandates.

Honest voting systems, government transparency, medical accountability.

My role models, mentors and heroes include Jim and Elisabeth Elliot, the apostle Paul, Corrie ten Boom, Nehemiah (in the Bible), Richard and Sabina Wurmbrand, and Darlene Deibler Rose—people who lived through perilous times and stood for righteousness. They gave up ease and comfort and risked their lives for an eternal cause, unashamedly proclaiming the truth.
Imperative characteristics are honesty, integrity, and accountability.

Principles in judgment and decision-making must have a firm foundation upon which to stand. Decisions or votes made through the advice or direction of lobbyists, bureaucrats, unelected officials, or even leadership are detrimental to the fundamental principles upon which our republic was founded. Elected officials must be willing to do their own research, listen to their constituents, and vote accordingly.
I strive to exhibit honesty, integrity, and accountability in my day-to-day dealings with family and community members. I am a good listener, communicator, and encourager.
It is the responsibility of the elected official to be well-versed in the legislative process before taking office; to be accountable and accessible to his constituents; and to uphold in all things both the U.S. and Kentucky Constitutions.
While I seem to remember Clinton's becoming President when I was two, the Bush/Gore presidential debates in 2000 were some of the first clear memories I have of American historical events, when I was ten years old. More notable worldwide were the 911 attacks. I was eleven at that time.
Teaching private music lessons was my first job, and I still do that now, nearly 20 years later.
Although it may sound trite, the Bible is my absolute favorite Book. Authored by One who cannot lie, it is completely truth and that is what I value. It provides an explanation for everything in the world.

Some of my other favorite books are The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen Covey—an excellent book full of timeless principles for effective self-leadership; Let Me Be a Woman, by Elisabeth Elliot, with incredible insight and wisdom about women that may be more relevant and needed today than when it was written; and The Screwtape Letters, by C.S. Lewis, which sheds light on the Enemy’s tactics.

Typically a symphony or violin concerto is running through my mind at any given moment.
Both the executive branch and the legislative branch have their respective jurisdiction in the government. Each must be willing to stay inside their area of jurisdiction and not undermine the authority of the other. The laws governing each branch’s responsibilities are clearly covered in the State Constitution, and should be familiar to every elected official prior to his taking the oath of office.
Quality education, effective pro-life measures, economic freedom, government transparency, and medical accountability
While it is not imperative for a state legislator to have held another public office, such as a county or precinct position, I do believe that an understanding of the legislative process and constitutional jurisdiction of each branch of government is invaluable. Previous experience in government or politics may be beneficial, but some of the best experience a legislator can bring to the Capitol is in business or occupations other than politics.
One legislator who intends to work independently can accomplish very little. In the House of Representatives, one vote of one hundred will not actually change any laws. It is essential to collaborate with other legislators to effect good policy.
I believe the best redistricting policy is for district lines to be as simple and straightforward as possible. Ideas and maps from both constituents and elected officials should have just as much opportunity for consideration as any drawn up by leadership members of the legislature.
* Elections, Constitutional Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
  • Health and Family Services
  • Education Committee
  • Judiciary Committee
  • Local Government Committee
  • House Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection Committee
  • House State Government Committee
I have no interest in climbing the political ladder. My goal in Frankfort is not to serve myself; it is to represent the interests of the people in District 24, as well as in all of Kentucky.
A balance of power is a good idea, since the founding of our nation and still today. A governor should not abuse emergency powers.
In benign matters of policy, finding middle ground that is agreeable to all can be good. In matters of principle, compromise is dangerous. Strategy and persuasion are far superior to compromise.

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Courtney Gilbert campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Kentucky House of Representatives District 24Won general$240 $0
2022Kentucky House of Representatives District 24Lost primary$33,304 $0
Grand total$33,544 $0
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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Political offices
Preceded by
Brandon Reed (R)
Kentucky House of Representatives District 24
2024-2025
Succeeded by
Ryan Bivens (R)


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