John E Ducharme Iii

John E Ducharme Iii is a candidate for State Representative District 71 Primary Election in 2026 in Maine State House District 71, Maine.

Incumbent State Representative in ME

Also running: Allison Mary Perkins.

John E. Ducharme III, also known as "Jack," is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Maine's 71st House district, having assumed office in December 2022. He currently serves as ranking Republican on the Joint Standing Committee for Appropriations and Financial Affairs. A graduate of Thomas College with a B.S. in Business Administration, he is seeking re-election in the 2026 Maine Primary Election. His policy stances emphasize reducing state interference in education, advocating for broad achievement standards, and investing in infrastructure. He also champions regular reviews of government programs to assess their impact and cost to taxpayers.