Idalia Holland

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Idalia Holland

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 21, 2024

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Newark, N.J.

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Methodist

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Idalia Holland (Republican Party) ran for election to the Kentucky House of Representatives to represent District 89. She lost in the Republican primary on May 21, 2024.

Holland completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Idalia Holland was born in Newark, New Jersey. She attended Essex County College and Bloomfield College. Her career experience includes working as an advocate and paralegal clerk.

Elections

2024

See also: Kentucky House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 89

Incumbent Timmy Truett won election in the general election for Kentucky House of Representatives District 89 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Timmy Truett (R)	100.0	17,867

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 89

Incumbent Timmy Truett defeated Idalia Holland in the Republican primary for Kentucky House of Representatives District 89 on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Timmy Truett	89.0	3,018
		Idalia Holland	11.0	374

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,392
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Idalia Holland completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Holland's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Idalia Holland born July 23, 1967 in Newark, NJ. Devoted wife to William Holland for 21yrs and proud mom to Mygdalia 32, Ciarra 26, AJ 25, and Kevin Crawford 29 a sweet CP boy we opened our home to. Moved to Kentucky 2019 and since have build strong ties to the community and Church. As a mother and wife I believe in strong values, common decency and respect. From 2003 to 2007 I as a mother and Pro-Se representative for my children, established a case with Pennsylvania Justice System, Supreme Court in Philadelphia PA. Due to involvement of three States (PA,NJ,NY) statues of limitations will be tolled by commencement of a government enforcement action and or by the application of the doctrine fraudulent concealment. (15.U.S.C. &16 (J). From 2007 to 2013 I had made an impact in the Justice System bringing together three States Courts System, Police Departments and Department of Human Services Commission. By May 2013 I had file a nine hundred page Brief as Pro-Se representative with the Unites States Supreme Court in DC. Making me the first mom to file on her own, while gained interest of Professor Arturo Carrillo, Director of Civil and Human Rights at George Washington University of Law in DC. And the Inter American Commission on Human rights. By 2019 I had established a case study with Professor Carrillo at the George Washington University of Law in DC. Nonetheless Making an impact of several articles of The American Declaration of Rights. Such as Articles II, I, VI

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Protecting Mom n Pops businesses
• Taking care of farmers
• Taking care of our people in smalls towns. And their needs.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Budget and Finances, Election and voting policy, and Civi Liberties.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

President Ronald Reagan.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Yes look up my brief I presented to US Supreme Court in DC.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Up front and firm, and common sense.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Outspoken and stand on my own to feet, I have a thick skin but maintain integrity and strength.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Put the people and towns your representing first.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I mean business. Get the job done right.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Nasal sent first civilian teacher to space.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Clerk at a deli.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Hobbit

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Me

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Keep the wolves away.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I doing think of it as a struggle but an asset. I see things differently too much common sense or I can read people very well.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Be up front and clear about your concern and policies. Respectfully state the people's needs and assistance needed for our towns. Hold your ground.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Taxes , agriculture, Financial.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

It can be beneficial but also someone with common sense, integrity, and thick skin, keeping people at heart will get the job done.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes of course get to know their concerns and interest can be useful.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

No

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Not at the moment one step at a time.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

There are many folks here in our small towns and each and every one of them have a humble story to tell I'm sure. I don't differentiate.

Tell us your favorite joke.

None

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

The use of emergency powers should be use only in extreme emergency and needed if so. Not abused.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

A bill specifically for small towns to assign in building, and or providing needs for the local folks. Such as Mom n Pops businesses, farmers and churches. And last but not least provide funding for local police fire and rescue.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Pastor Jack, Methodist church, Jack's IGA, Mygdalia, World finance, William Holland, Mayor Scott.

What committees interest you?

Agricultural, Financial, House Administration Judiciary, workforce

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Let the people know we're the money is going to and how it's being used. Make sure folks and towns are taken care of.

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January 15 submission

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Idalia Holland born July 23, 1967 in Newark, NJ. Devoted wife to William Holland for 21yrs and proud mom to Mygdalia 32, Ciarra 26, AJ 25, and Kevin Crawford 29 a sweet CP we opened our home to. Moved to Kentucky 2019 and since have build strong tied to the community and Church. As a mother and wife I believe in strong values, common decency and respect. From 2003 to 2007 I as a mother and Pro-Se representative for my children, established a case with Pennsylvania Justice System, Supreme Court in Philadelphia PA. Due to involvement of three States (PA,NJ,NY) statues of limitations will be tolled by commencement of a government enforcement action and or by the application of the doctrine fraudulent concealment. (15.U.S.C. &16 (J). From 2007 to 2013 I had made an impact in the Justice System bringing together three States Courts System, Police Departments and Department of Human Services Commission. By May 2013 I had file a nine hundred page Brief as Pro-Se representative with the Unites States Supreme Court in DC. Making me the first mom to file on her own, while gained interest of Professor Arturo Carrillo, Director of Civil and Human Rights at George Washington University of Law in DC. And the Inter American Commission on Human rights. By 2019 I had established a case study with Professor Carrillo at the George Washington University of Law in DC. Nonetheless Making an impact of several articles of The American Declaration of Rights.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• The people do nit need to be educated, they need someone strong to take them forward. The people know what they're doing.
• We need to keep our small towns folks together, be strong and hold on little longer.
• Always have faith and hold on to strong moral values and good old fashion common decency.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Gun Rights and Criminal justice.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

President Ronald Reagan no question, he was my very first vote. He was strong, firm and fair. Our Country was the strongest its ever been.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Good old fashion strong values, and decency and respect.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Very strong woman with very strong values. Is how you earn respect and trust of the people.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To listen to what is needed in our district and take it forward and make sure that those needs are met.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Cashier clerk at Deli. Newark NJ.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Uncle luscious Age of Reason

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Economy, and views of the people. We need to let folks know the state of Kentucky is working diligently to bring better affordable housing, reasonable food prices, lower taxes for Mom N pops businesses, meanwhile keeping folks in mind while doing so. Give the people reassurance that they come first.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

It can be for most but not necessary. It takes a certain kind a person, level headed. Strong will, determination and driven. And so.e common sense.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes it's always wise to know and understand what goes on around you and other communities.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Can't say too soon. Let's see how things go. One step at a time. Patience is a virtue.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

I believe they should be informed and aware.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Necessary

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

Most definitely a bill to fund our heroes Police, Fire and rescue. They stand in front of us they protect and serve and do it well. These heroes need our full support. I would put together a Bill were small towns that are in dire need receives funding to disperse as they see fit. Only a small town leader would know what is needed for the people.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Mayor Scott Jackson, Jack IGA, Goid friend MO, World finance Beattyville kentucky, Pastor Jack and Lora, New Springs Church, Mygdalia. William Holland, Beattyville Community.

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Idalia Holland campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Kentucky House of Representatives District 89	Lost primary	$1,048	$0
Grand total			$1,048	$0
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal 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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Current members of the Kentucky House of Representatives

Leadership

Speaker of the House:David Osborne

Representatives

District 1

Steven Rudy (R)

District 2

Kimberly Holloway (R)

District 3

Randy Bridges (R)

District 4

D. Wade Williams (R)

District 5

Mary Imes (R)

District 6

Chris Freeland (R)

District 7

Suzanne Miles (R)

District 8

Walker Thomas (R)

District 9

Myron Dossett (R)

District 10

Josh Calloway (R)

District 11

J.T. Payne (R)

District 12

Jim Gooch (R)

District 13

D.J. Johnson (R)

District 14

Scott Lewis (R)

District 15

Rebecca Raymer (R)

District 16

Jason Petrie (R)

District 17

Robert Duvall (R)

District 18

Samara Heavrin (R)

District 19

Michael Meredith (R)

District 20

Kevin Jackson (R)

District 21

Amy Neighbors (R)

District 22

Shawn McPherson (R)

District 23

Steve Riley (R)

District 24

Ryan Bivens (R)

District 25

Steve Bratcher (R)

District 26

Peyton Griffee (R)

District 27

Nancy Tate (R)

District 28

Jared Bauman (R)

District 29

Chris Lewis (R)

District 30

Daniel Grossberg (D)

District 31

Susan Tyler Witten (R)

District 32

Tina Bojanowski (D)

District 33

Jason Nemes (R)

District 34

Sarah Stalker (D)

District 35

Lisa Willner (D)

District 36

John Hodgson (R)

District 37

Emily Callaway (R)

District 38

Rachel Roarx (D)

District 39

Matt Lockett (R)

District 40

Nima Kulkarni (D)

District 41

Mary Marzian (D)

District 42

Joshua Watkins (D)

District 43

Pamela Stevenson (D)

District 44

Beverly Chester-Burton (D)

District 45

Adam Moore (D)

District 46

Alan Gentry (D)

District 47

Felicia Rabourn (R)

District 48

Ken Fleming (R)

District 49

Thomas Huff (R)

District 50

Candy Massaroni (R)

District 51

Michael Pollock (R)

District 52

Ken Upchurch (R)

District 53

James Tipton (R)

District 54

Daniel Elliott (R)

District 55

Kim King (R)

District 56

Daniel Fister (R)

District 57

Erika Hancock (D)

District 58

Jennifer Decker (R)

District 59

David Osborne (R)

District 60

Marianne Proctor (R)

District 61

Savannah Maddox (R)

District 62

Tony Hampton (R)

District 63

Kimberly Banta (R)

District 64

Kimberly Moser (R)

District 65

Stephanie Dietz (R)

District 66

T.J. Roberts (R)

District 67

Matthew Lehman (D)

District 68

Mike Clines (R)

District 69

Steven Doan (R)

District 70

William Lawrence (R)

District 71

Josh Bray (R)

District 72

Matthew Koch (R)

District 73

Ryan Dotson (R)

District 74

David Hale (R)

District 75

Lindsey Burke (D)

District 76

Anne Donworth (D)

District 77

George Brown (D)

District 78

Mark Hart (R)

District 79

Chad Aull (D)

District 80

David Meade (R)

District 81

Deanna Frazier Gordon (R)

District 82

Nick Wilson (R)

District 83

Joshua Branscum (R)

District 84

Chris Fugate (R)

District 85

Shane Baker (R)

District 86

Tom Smith (R)

District 87

Adam Bowling (R)

District 88

Vanessa Grossl (R)

District 89

Timmy Truett (R)

District 90

Derek Lewis (R)

District 91

Billy Wesley (R)

District 92

John Blanton (R)

District 93

Adrielle Camuel (D)

District 94

Mitchum Whitaker (R)

District 95

Ashley Laferty (D)

District 96

Patrick Flannery (R)

District 97

Bobby McCool (R)

District 98

Aaron Thompson (R)

District 99

Richard White (R)

District 100

Scott Sharp (R)

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