Officials

Role

Kentucky Senator

Born

July 20, 1977 (48 years old)

Office

Kentucky

About

Aaron Reed is a Republican Kentucky State Senator representing District 7, which includes Anderson, Henry, Jefferson , and Shelby counties. Born on July 20, 1977, he is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL , owner of Kodiak Koating and Ops Supply, and an Eagle Scout. He is a Christian and actively involved with organizations like the Navy SEAL Foundation, UDT SEAL Association, and Navy SEAL Legacy Foundation. Notable positions include Vice Chair of the Senate Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection Committee, and member of committees on Education, Judiciary, and Agriculture. He serves on various caucuses, including Veterans Caucus, Kentucky Sportsmen's Caucus, and Equine Caucus.

Education and Political Experience

  • Education: BA in Sociology/Criminology from Missouri Southern State University .
  • Political Experience: Elected to the Kentucky Senate in 2025, serving present. Previously no prior elected office noted; military service forms key background.

Committees

Education

member

Education

member

Judiciary

member

Judiciary

member

Legislative Oversight and Investigations

member

Tobacco Settlement Agreement Fund Oversight

member

Agriculture

member

Agriculture

member

Disaster Prevention and Resiliency Task Force

member

Veterans, Military Affairs and Public Protection

vice chair

Veterans, Military Affairs and Public Protection

member