Mike Elliott announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for House District 13 on Tuesday.
The seat is currently held by State Rep. Matt Woods (R-Jasper). However, it will likely be open soon because Woods is the Republican nominee and favorite to win the upcoming special election on June 24 for a State Senate District 5 seat. If Woods wins the state Senate seat, dates for a special election for the vacant House District 13 seat will be announced.
“In Montgomery, I’ll serve the people of Walker County faithfully, transparently, and honestly. I’m a man of integrity, and I have no agendas,” Elliott said. “My only objective is to ensure Walker County has a seat at the table and a formidable voice to build on the successes of folks like Greg Reed, Matt Woods, and Connie Rowe.”
Elliott lives in Walker County with his wife of 41 years, Brenda. He has one son and two grandsons who both enjoy time outdoors and farming.
“I’m a tried-and-true Walker Countian, and Walker County has much to be proud of, but we need jobs, lower taxes, and the best possible educational outcomes for our children and grandchildren. Most importantly, we need to maintain traditional family values,” Elliott said. “My entire life, I’ve been a public servant and want to carry that public service to Montgomery. We need true public servants in Montgomery who always represent the best interests of their district, and that’s exactly what I’m committed to doing.”
Elliott has been the Sunday school director at Saragossa First Baptist Church since 1974. He has a Bachelor of Science in social science secondary education from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Elliott taught at Walker High School for the Jasper City Board of Education from 2002 to 2005, Lynn High School for the Winston County Board of Education from 2005 to 2006, and Curry High School from 2006 to 2022 for the Walker County Board of Education. Elliott still serves the Walker County Board of Education as a teacher at the 180 Program.
In addition to teaching, Elliott also coached basketball, softball, and golf. He also owns a lawn care service that works with Alabama Power Company.
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