Kenya Wicks
Kenya Wicks (Democratic Party) is a member of the Georgia State Senate, representing District 34. She assumed office on January 13, 2025. Her current term ends on January 11, 2027.
Wicks (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Georgia State Senate to represent District 34. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Wicks completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Kenya Wicks was born in Louisville, Kentucky. She served in the U.S. Army from 1992 to 2022. She earned a high school diploma from Central High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Alabama in 2010. Wicks has been affiliated with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated, Veterans of Foreign War, and the American Legion.[1]
Sponsored legislation
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Committee assignments
2025-2026
Wicks was assigned to the following committees:
- Government Oversight Committee
- Public Safety Committee
- Senate Science and Technology Committee
- Veterans, Military and Homeland Security Committee
- Urban Affairs Committee
Elections
2024
See also: Georgia State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for Georgia State Senate District 34
Kenya Wicks defeated Andrew E. Honeycutt in the general election for Georgia State Senate District 34 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Kenya Wicks (D)  | 81.9 | 56,911 |
| Andrew E. Honeycutt (R) | 18.1 | 12,537 | ||
| Total votes: 69,448 | |||
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Democratic primary runoff election
Democratic primary runoff for Georgia State Senate District 34
Kenya Wicks defeated Valencia Stovall in the Democratic primary runoff for Georgia State Senate District 34 on June 18, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kenya Wicks | 65.8 | 4,904 |
 | Valencia Stovall | 34.2 | 2,552 | |
| Total votes: 7,456 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Georgia State Senate District 34
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for Georgia State Senate District 34 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Valencia Stovall | 46.5 | 6,242 |
| ✔ | | Kenya Wicks | 15.2 | 2,037 |
 | Herman Andrews | 14.4 | 1,933 | |
 | Tyriq T. Jackson | 13.9 | 1,874 | |
| Melody Totten | 4.1 | 545 | ||
| Daymetrie Williams | 3.3 | 449 | ||
| Xe Ross | 2.7 | 358 | ||
| Total votes: 13,438 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Georgia State Senate District 34
Andrew E. Honeycutt advanced from the Republican primary for Georgia State Senate District 34 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Andrew E. Honeycutt | 100.0 | 1,946 | |
| Total votes: 1,946 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Wicks in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Kenya Wicks completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Wicks' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Kenya Wicks prioritizes mental health by advocating for the establishment of community-based mental health clinics, making services easily accessible to all. She aims to implement comprehensive mental health programs in schools, ensuring students receive necessary emotional and academic support. Kenya also commits to reducing stigma through awareness campaigns, fostering understanding, and creating a judgment-free environment for seeking help.
- A cornerstone of Kenya Wicks' commitment to our district. She's dedicated to ensuring quality learning experiences for all by championing public schools and advocating for Preschool Education, School Counselors, and Special Education Support. Kenya envisions policies that empower teachers, improve school infrastructure, and prioritize cutting-edge curricula. She believes investing in education is investing in our community's success. By advocating for equitable resources and innovative teaching methods, Kenya strives to prepare students for tomorrow's challenges, ensuring everyone has the tools to thrive in the future job market. Join Kenya in shaping a brighter educational future for our community.
- Kenya Wicks is committed to building trust between law enforcement and communities through community policing initiatives, encouraging positive interactions and collaborative problem-solving. She advocates for increased funding and training in crisis intervention techniques for law enforcement to effectively handle mental health crises. Recognizing the importance of investing in youth programs, Kenya aims to provide opportunities for education, mentorship, and recreation to steer young people away from crime and contribute to safer neighborhoods.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Georgia State Senate District 34 |
Officeholder Georgia State Senate District 34 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 27, 2024
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| Preceded by Valencia Seay (D) |
Georgia State Senate District 34 2025-Present |
Succeeded by - |
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