The Alabama Republican Party announced the opening of candidate qualifying for the special election in State House District 63. Qualifying will begin on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. CDT and will close on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 5 p.m. CDT.
Individuals interested in running for the Republican nomination may qualify online at www.algop.org or in person at ALGOP Headquarters, located at 3505 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL 35216.
House District 63, which encompasses portions of Tuscaloosa County, was previously represented by State Representative Cynthia Almond. The seat became vacant following her appointment by Governor Kay Ivey to serve as president of the Alabama Public Service Commission.
ALGOP Chief of Staff Shannon Whitt praised Rep. Almond’s contributions to the legislature and congratulated her on the new role saying, “Representative Cynthia Almond has been an outstanding legislator, consistently advancing thoughtful and impactful legislation that has benefitted not only her district but the entire state. While we will certainly miss her leadership in the Alabama House, we are confident she will bring the same dedication and excellence to the Public Service Commission. We congratulate her on this well-earned appointment and look forward to the work she will do on behalf of the people of Alabama.”
Whitt also reaffirmed the Party’s dedication to ensuring conservative representation in the district adding, “House District 63 deserves a representative who will champion the conservative principles that matter most to our communities. The Alabama Republican Party is fully committed to supporting candidates who are ready to serve with integrity, defend our shared values, and deliver real results for the people of Tuscaloosa County.”
The special election dates are as follows:
- Special Primary Election: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
- Special Primary Runoff (if needed): Tuesday, October 28, 2025
- Special General Election: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
For additional information about the qualifying process, visit www.algop.org or call ALGOP Headquarters at 205-212-5900.
