Jessie Barcala

Jessie Barcala is a candidate for State House District 5 Primary Election in 2026 in Alabama State House District 5, Alabama.

Business owner (security consultation and training) in Huntsville, AL

Also running: Danny F. Crawford.

Jessie Barcala, a Democrat, is running for the Alabama House of Representatives District 5 in 2026. A retired public safety official and veteran, he served 25 years in government, including as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician in the U.S. Air Force, deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan. After retiring, he established a business offering security consultation and training. Barcala is motivated by a desire for principled leadership, citing concerns about rapid growth, rising costs, and a lack of visible leadership affecting families in District 5. His campaign focuses on public safety, responsible government, economic opportunity, and advocating for veterans' mental health care. He aims to serve with honesty and put Alabama first.