Phillip Pettus

Incumbent State Representative in Killen, AL

Phillip Pettus is a candidate for State House District 1 in Alabama State House District 1, Alabama — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Maurice Mccaney.

Phillip Pettus is an Incumbent State Representative for Alabama House District 1. A former Alabama State Trooper, he seeks reelection in 2026 on a platform of "proven conservative leadership." Pettus has championed tax cuts, including reducing the state tax on groceries. He sponsored a bill capping property tax increases statewide at 7% and authored a local constitutional amendment exempting Lauderdale County seniors from property tax hikes. A staunch supporter of President Donald Trump’s America First agenda, he advocates for faith, freedom, fairness, good roads, safe neighborhoods, strong schools, and efficient government.