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I Independent · U.S. House 6, Kentucky · Nov 3, 2026

Jay
J Bowman

Independent businessman Jay J. Bowman challenges for Kentucky's open 6th Congressional District seat in 2026

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Background

Jay J. Bowman is an Independent candidate running for U.S. Representative in Kentucky's 6th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 general election. He filed his candidacy on April 13, 2026, according to the Kentucky Secretary of State. 6 The seat is open after incumbent Andy Barr left the district to run for U.S. Senate. 8

Bowman describes himself as a lifelong small-business owner who left college at age 24 to start a business. His campaign biography states that he was born in Michigan, moved to Salt Lake City at age eight, and relocated to Kentucky in the early 1990s for a business opportunity. 1 In a May 2026 interview, he noted that he had been conditionally accepted at the University of Utah after high school and attended for two semesters before leaving to pursue business. 11

His campaign says his professional background spans construction, heavy hybrid technology, AI power electronics, AI-targeted pest control, and CubeSat satellite thruster designs. 1 He has described a home in Boone County, a farm in Owen County, and a campaign office in Lexington. 11

Bowman's campaign platform includes a "Zero-One-Hundred" tax reform plan, affordability initiatives, and a green infrastructure proposal aimed at addressing data center energy strain. 131415 No prior elected or appointed office is identified in available campaign or state filing sources. 16

At a glance

Party
Independent
Running for
U.S. House · District 6, Kentucky
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Website
bowman2026.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 11
    filing
    Bowman listed as independent candidate on the November 3 general-election ballot for KY-06

    A district race listing identifies Bowman as an independent on the November 3 ballot, alongside Republican Ralph Alvarado, Democrat Zach Dembo, and Kentucky Party candidate Pete Lynch.

    Kentucky's 6th District 2026: Who's Running for Andy Barr's Seat · Oct 3, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    Courier Journal publishes Bowman's candidate questionnaire responses on data centers and tax policy

    The Courier Journal published candidate responses for the KY-06 race. Bowman stated data centers should pay for infrastructure costs from their energy demands, with transparency, local input, and responsible water and energy management. His Zero-One-Hundred Tax Plan was listed as his top priority.

    Who's running for Congress in KY? Meet candidates in 2026 election · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 29
    news
    Bowman launches district-wide billboard campaign with 'Tired of the Circus?' message

    In a campaign press release, Bowman announced billboards across central Kentucky running through Election Day. He was quoted saying voters were 'tired of being represented by a party instead of a person' and promoted his Zero-One-Hundred Tax Plan, proposing no federal income tax on the first $100,000 of income.

    CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATE JAY BOWMAN LAUNCHES ... · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 25
    debate
    KET reports no joint debate scheduled between major-party candidates in KY-06

    A September 25 Kentucky Educational Television discussion noted that the major-party candidates had agreed to appear separately rather than together. The report did not establish whether Bowman was invited or had a separate appearance.

    Comment on Kentucky | September 25, 2026 | Season 53 · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Jun 30
    filing
    Bowman's FEC fundraising figures: ~$7,429 raised, $7,462 spent, $166 cash on hand

    Election-data summaries based on FEC information list Bowman at approximately $7,429 raised, $7,462 spent, and $166 cash on hand through June 30, 2026. No later filing was found in the sources reviewed.

    Kentucky's 6th district · 2026 election - ChamberLight · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Sources 10

  1. [1] Who's running for Congress in KY? Meet candidates in 2026 election(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  2. [2] Who's running for Congress in KY? Meet candidates in 2026 election(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  3. [3] Kentucky's 6th District 2026: Who's Running for Andy Barr's Seat(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  4. [4] CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATE JAY BOWMAN LAUNCHES ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  5. [5] Kentucky's 6th district · 2026 election - ChamberLight(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  6. [6] Comment on Kentucky | September 25, 2026 | Season 53(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  7. [7] Congressional Candidate Jay Bowman Unveils Green Plan to ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 31, 2026
  8. [8] Jay Bowman (I) is On the Edge(opens in a new tab) May 14, 2026
  9. [9] Jay Bowman (I) is On the Edge(opens in a new tab) May 14, 2026
  10. [10] Issues | Jay Bowman for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 17, 2025
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