State House of Representatives District 15 in South Carolina State House District 15, South Carolina

2026 Primary Election

• Melissa A Couture — Systems Analyst in Charleston, SC

  Melissa Couture is a systems analyst, mother of three, and dedicated Libertarian activist in South Carolina. Having built a career on streamlining operations, she advocates for efficiency and accountability in state government, aiming for less spending, less waste, and full budget transparency. An active member of the Libertarian Party since 2016, she serves as Second Vice Chair of the South Carolina Libertarian Party, Chair of Charleston County LP, and Chair of the SCLP Campaigns Committee. She seeks to represent SC House District 15, campaigning on lower taxes, smaller government, and expanded personal freedom. Her platform includes phasing out the state income tax, marijuana legalization, and prison reform focused on rehabilitation.

• Heather B Hickman — Candidate for State House of Representatives in SC

  Heather Hickman is a Republican candidate running for the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 15 in the 2026 general election. She advanced directly to the general election after her primary was canceled. Hickman campaigns on a platform centered on prioritizing the interests and needs of her constituents, advocating for reduced government interference, fostering economic opportunity, and preventing further tax increases on citizens. She positions herself as an anti-establishment "scrapper" and a "pit bull" eager to challenge the status quo and shake up traditional politics in Columbia.

• Ja A Moore — Incumbent State Representative in SC

  JA Moore is an incumbent member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 15 since November 2018. He is seeking re-election in 2026, driven by a commitment to improving daily life for South Carolinians. His key policy positions include enhancing veterans’ access to services, ending predatory lending, ensuring safe drinking water, and reducing gun violence. Moore also champions improved mental health resources in schools, support for working families, public education, and infrastructure investment. He believes in bringing people together to deliver results and provide leadership that genuinely listens to the community.