State Representative District 3 in Maine State House District 3, Maine

2026 Primary Election

• Susan Bernard — Incumbent State Senator in ME

  Susan Bernard is a Republican politician from Maine, currently serving as State Senator for District 1, representing Aroostook County since December 2024. Her term concludes in December 2026. Bernard previously served in the Maine House of Representatives (2020-2022). Her professional background includes executive assistant at Northern Maine Community College, communications director for the Diocese of Portland, and a news director/anchor for WAGM TV. She serves on the Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee and holds a 92% Lifetime CPAC Rating. Bernard is campaigning for the Maine House of Representatives District 3, on the Republican primary ballot for June 9, 2026.

• Jack W Mccarthy — Candidate for State Representative in ME

  Jack McCarthy is a Republican candidate running for election to the Maine House of Representatives, representing District 3. He is slated to appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on June 9, 2026. In this primary, McCarthy is contending against Susan Y. Bernard. Notably, there is no incumbent in the District 3 race. Information regarding his specific policy positions, professional background, or detailed campaign themes is not currently available, as he has not yet completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

• David H Mccrea — Incumbent State Representative in Augusta, ME

  State Representative David McCrea is an incumbent Democrat serving in the Maine House. He is a strong advocate for environmental protection, earning high scores from Maine Conservation Voters for his work on climate change, environmental justice, and land and water conservation. He champions policies promoting healthy communities and strengthening democracy. McCrea is supported by the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, which aims to defend and expand Democratic majorities in the Maine Legislature, including his re-election bid in 2026.