Matt Woods

Matt Woods is a candidate for State Senate District 5 Primary Election in 2026 in Alabama State Senate District 5, Alabama.

Incumbent Alabama State Senator, District 5 in AL

Matt Woods is a Republican member of the Alabama State Senate, representing District 5, a seat he assumed in June 2025. He previously served in the Alabama House of Representatives for District 13 from 2022 to 2025. Woods identifies as a conservative voice, advocating for pro-life policies, strong support for the Second Amendment, and defending law enforcement. He champions Alabama jobs, a robust local economy, and limited government. Woods is seeking re-election to the State Senate District 5 in the 2026 general election, with the Republican primary having been canceled. His district encompasses Lamar, Fayette, Walker, and parts of Tuscaloosa and Jefferson counties.