Steve Healey
Steve Healey (Democratic Party) is running for election for Jefferson County Sheriff, Kentucky. Healey is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on May 19, 2026.[source]
Healey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Steve Healey earned a high school diploma from Seneca High School. Healey's career experience includes working in law enforcement.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: City elections in Louisville, Kentucky (2026)
General election
The primary will occur on May 19, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
General election for Jefferson County Sheriff, Kentucky
Alexander William Marson (R) is running in the general election for Jefferson County Sheriff, Kentucky on November 3, 2026.
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Democratic primary
Democratic primary for Jefferson County Sheriff, Kentucky
Richard Breen (D), Steve Healey (D), and Stephen Yancey (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Jefferson County Sheriff, Kentucky on May 19, 2026.
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Republican primary
The Republican primary scheduled for May 19, 2026, was canceled. Alexander William Marson (R) advanced from the Republican primary for Jefferson County Sheriff, Kentucky without appearing on the ballot.
Endorsements
Healey received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.
Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Steve Healey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Healey's responses.
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My wife and I have been married for 35 years and we have (2) grown sons and are expecting our 10th grandchild.I lead based upon my faith and principles within the Constitution that everyone has equal rights and will be treated fairly.
- Public Safety- I am committed to public safety by addressing quality of life issues that impact our citizens in the communities where they live. I have began implementing proactive units within JCSO that deal directly with these quality of life issues. I have also formed a JTAC Unit that directly enhances the safety within our courthouses.
- Transparency- Upon becoming the Chief Deputy at JCSO, Sheriff James and I immediately purchased body and in-car cameras. These cameras accurately depict citizen interactions with our deputies thus enhancing public trust. We also hired a new Chief Financial Officer to more effectively manage tax payer dollars by enhancing the tax collection system and making sound budget decisions.
- Deputy Wellness- At JCSO, I have began a new Deputy Wellness initiative. This initiative is a holistic approach to wellness by providing resources for mental, physical, financial and peer resources. A well structured deputy can more effectively communicate and provide services to the community we serve.
Current Sheriff David James
CFAIR
IBEW
Teamsters
UAW
Greater Louisville Central Labor Council
LIUNA Laborers
UA 502 Plumbers and Pipefitters
FOP
IAFF-Firefighters
Former Chief Yvette Gentry
Metro Council Members- Tammy Hawkins, Andrew Owen, Ben Reno Weber, Ken Herndon, Brent Ackerson.
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Campaign website
Healey's campaign website stated the following:
HEALEY’S PLAN
PUBLIC SAFETY
To work collectively and collaboratively with local, state and federal agencies for a safer Louisville. I also pledge to work with the community, getting feedback from the residents on what their needs and concerns are for improved quality of life issues.
COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING
Be present and accessible within communities and work collaboratively with the citizens in those communities. Work to ensure community events are safe for all that attend. Establish working partnerships within the downtown business and entertainment districts, as well as all Metro Council members and their districts.
COURTHOUSE SECURITY
Providing a safe environment for all those that utilize and work in our courthouses.
WORK TOGETHER
Work with citizens and government agencies so that individuals that may fall into the civil, eviction and tax categories are treated fairly and with dignity.
— Steve Healey's campaign website (March 8, 2026)
See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 29, 2026
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