Mark Heggestad

Mark Heggestad is a candidate for U.S. House District 5 Primary Election in 2026 in Congressional District 5, Florida.

Candidate for U.S. House, Florida's 5th District in Jacksonville, FL

Also running: Rachel Grage, Alexander Hazen, Eli Johnson, Mark Kaye, Gary Koniz, John Rutherford, John Todd, William Upham, Brandon Veazey.

Mark Heggestad is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House representing Florida's 5th Congressional District. Born in Minnesota, he earned degrees from Mankato State University and has built a career working across industries, including healthcare and government. Outside of his professional work, Heggestad has officiated football at the high school and college levels for over four decades. His campaign focuses on bipartisanship, economic opportunity, and government accountability.