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The regular session of the Kentucky General Assembly was the last session for a number of legislators who have announced their retirement.

All of the retiring lawmakers say they’ll hold on to their seats for the rest of their current terms, which end early next year.

Redistricting, making room for new candidates and spending time with family have all been cited as reasons for legislators to not seek reelection this year.

The retirements won’t drastically change the political makeup of the legislature, which currently includes 75 Republicans and 25 Democrats in the House; and 30 Republicans and 8 Democrats in the Senate.

But the wave of retirements means there are several open elections across the state, with no incumbents on the ballot in many districts.

Minutes after the session ended Thursday evening, Republican House Majority Whip Chad McCoy, of Bardstown, announced he won’t seek reelection. First elected in