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Louisiana U.S. House District 3 Primary Election

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 5, 2026
Current holder:Clay Higgins(Republican)

The Louisiana U.S. House District 3 Primary Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the party nominees for the U.S. House seat representing southwestern Louisiana, including Lafayette and Lake Charles. This is a federal primary election where voters will select candidates to advance to the general election, with the winner serving a two-year term in Congress starting January 2027.

About This Race

The Louisiana U.S. House District 3 Primary Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the party nominees for the U.S. House seat representing southwestern Louisiana, including Lafayette and Lake Charles. This is a federal primary election where voters will select candidates to advance to the general election, with the winner serving a two-year term in Congress starting January 2027.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 5, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 18, 2026
Early Voting Ends
October 29, 2026

How to Vote

Louisiana residents must register to vote by October 5, 2026, either online, by mail, or in person at their parish registrar of voters office. On Election Day, voters can cast ballots at their assigned polling place from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM CST, or during early voting from October 18 to October 29, 2026, at designated early voting sites; a valid photo ID is required for in-person voting.

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Incumbent
Republican

Clay Higgins

U.S. House District 3

Biography

Incumbent Congressman Clay Higgins is seeking re-election to represent Louisiana's 3rd Congressional District. A former law enforcement officer and small business owner, Higgins emphasizes border security, energy independence, and conservative fiscal policies in his campaign.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Brian Fontenot

U.S. House District 3

Biography

Brian Fontenot is a retired U.S. Army veteran and local educator running to represent Louisiana's 3rd District in Congress. He advocates for expanded healthcare access, infrastructure investment in rural communities, and reforming veterans' services.

Campaign Website

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