Jay Hovey

Jay Hovey is a candidate for State Senate District 27 Primary Election in 2026 in Alabama State Senate District 27, Alabama.

Incumbent State Senator in Auburn, AL

Also running: Doug Cannon.

Jay Hovey is an incumbent Republican State Senator representing Alabama's District 27, which includes portions of Lee, Russell, and Tallapoosa Counties. He assumed office in November 2022, succeeding Tom Whatley. Hovey is also employed as a commercial lending officer in Auburn. He is seeking re-election in 2026, campaigning on a platform that includes defending Second Amendment rights, having supported a reduction in sales tax on groceries, and advocating for increased funding for Auburn University and programs benefiting rural areas of his district. He aims to continue providing commonsense conservative leadership and strong representation for his constituents.