Chris Blackshear

Chris Blackshear is a candidate for State House District 80 Primary Election in 2026 in Alabama State House District 80, Alabama.

Incumbent State Representative in Smiths Station, AL

Also running: Manfred Malone.

Chris Blackshear is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Alabama House District 80, a position he has held since assuming office on January 29, 2016. Representing constituents in Lee and Russell counties, his current term is set to conclude on November 4, 2026. As a member of the Alabama House Republican Caucus, Blackshear is actively seeking re-election for his seat in the upcoming 2026 election cycle. He advanced uncontested from the Republican primary, which was canceled, and will appear on the general election ballot. He maintains an office address in Smiths Station, Alabama, and has a legislative presence in Montgomery.