Kristin Nelson (politician)
Kristin Nelson | |
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| Member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 38th district | |
| Assumed office February 4, 2026 | |
| Preceded by | Debbie Wood |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Republican |
Kristin Nelson is an American politician who has served as the member for the 38th district of the Alabama House of Representatives since 2026.
Political career
[edit]Republican Debbie Wood resigned from representing the 38th district in the Alabama House of Representatives on July 31, 2025, to move to the Florida panhandle with her husband.[1] Nelson, the chairperson of the Chambers County Republican Party,[2] ran for the seat, which covers parts of Chambers and Lee counties. Nelson faced fellow Republican Garrett Dixon, defeating him with about 54% of the vote.[3] Nelson faced Democratic nominee Hazel Floyd in the general election, winning with about 85% of the vote.[2][4]
Nelson is running for reelection the 2026 general election.[2] She won the Republican primary unopposed, setting up a rematch against Democratic nominee Hazel Floyd.[5][6]
Personal life
[edit]Nelson is a stay-at-home mother. She resides in Lanett, Alabama.[3]
Electoral history
[edit]| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Kristin Nelson | 1,226 | 46.69% | |
| Republican | Garrett Dixon | 874 | 33.28% | |
| Republican | Micah J. Messer | 526 | 20.03% | |
| Total votes | 2,626 | 100.0% | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Kristi Nelson | 1,860 | 84.89% | |
| Democratic | Hazel Floyd | 331 | 15.11% | |
| Total votes | 2,191 | 100.0% | ||
| Republican hold | ||||
References
[edit]- ↑ Brown, Justin (June 2, 2025). "Exclusive: Rep. Debbie Wood to step down, citing family commitment". ABC MTVM. Retrieved August 1, 2025.
- 1 2 3 4 Tinker, Andrea (February 4, 2026). "Kristin Nelson wins House District 38 special election in Chambers, Lee counties". Alabama Reflector. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Barrett, Anna (November 19, 2025). "Kristin Nelson wins House District 38 GOP nomination". Alabama Reflector. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- ↑ "Chambers, Lee county voters to choose new state representative in special election". News From The States. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
- ↑ "Qualified 2026 Republican Candidates". Alabama Republican Party. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ "Certification of Results - Democratic Party (Excel file with vote totals)". Alabama Secretary of State. Retrieved June 17, 2026.
