Tim Melson

Tim Melson is a candidate for State Senate District 1 Primary Election in 2026 in Alabama State Senate District 1, Alabama.

Incumbent State Senator in Florence, AL

Tim Melson, a Republican from Florence, is an incumbent State Senator for Alabama's District 1, representing Lauderdale and Limestone counties. He is seeking re-election in 2026, pledging to continue his strong, conservative leadership for North Alabama. Melson was raised in Florence, earned his medical degree from UAB, and practiced as an anesthesiologist at Helen Keller Hospital. He also owns Shoals Medical Trials, operates a crop farm, and is a hobbyist cattleman. Melson is married to Lynn, has three children, five grandchildren, and attends Wood Avenue Church of Christ in Florence. He serves on the Senate County and Municipal Government Committee.