Jay Hovey

Jay Hovey is an American politician currently serving as a member of the Alabama Senate, representing the 27th District. Born in 1987, he graduated from Auburn University, where he also served as a student firefighter. Before his election to the state Senate, Hovey served for four years as a city council member for the 7th ward of Auburn, Alabama. He gained national attention during his 2022 primary campaign, which was initially declared a tie before he was confirmed as the winner following his opponent's withdrawal. Hovey secured re-election in 2026, continuing his tenure in the Alabama legislature.