November 3, 2026 election: Louisiana votes on a new congressional map. People who live in the current 1st District vote in 4 of the new districts:
- District 1: 85% of residents. On the ballot: Randall Arrington (Republican); E. "Liddy" Glass (No Party); Lauren Jewett (Democratic); Steve Scalise (Republican).
- District 6: 9% of residents. On the ballot: Monique Appeaning (Republican); Chauna Banks (Democratic); Rufus Craig (Libertarian); Larry Davis III (Republican); "Rick" Edmonds (Republican); Patrick "Pat" Forbes (Democratic); Lindsay "Rubia" Garcia (Democratic); Michael Mebruer (Republican); Blake Miguez (Republican); Stephen Wagley (Republican).
- District 2: 4% of residents. On the ballot: Lisa Ballay (Libertarian); Walter "Rocky" Beach (No Party); Troy A. Carter Sr. (Democratic); Renada "Honey" Collins (No Party); Peter Williams (Republican).
- District 5: 2% of residents. On the ballot: Stewart Cathey Jr. (Republican); Misti Cordell (Republican); Oscar "Omar" Dantzler (Republican); Michael Echols (Republican); "Gabe" Firment (Republican); Austin Magee (Republican); Dan McKay (Democratic); Patricia "Pat" Moore (Democratic); Antonio Wilson (Democratic).
Shares are based on 2020 census population. To confirm your own district, use the Louisiana voter lookup or enter your street address in the district lookup. The state's lookup is final. The map and ZIP codes on this page show the current 119th Congress district. See the redistricting tracker for what changed in each state.
Louisiana’s 1st Congressional District is represented by Steve Scalise (R) in the U.S. House of Representatives. The district is one of Louisiana’s seats in the 435-member House of Representatives. After the 2020 Census, the average congressional district had 761,169 people, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Louisiana uses new district lines for the November 3, 2026 election (Act 2 of the 2026 Regular Session), so this district’s boundaries change with that election. The redistricting tracker explains what changed.
Congressional representatives serve two-year terms and face election every even-numbered year. The next election for this seat will take place on November 3, 2026.
Population
765,531
Median Household Income
$73,782
Population and income: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates for 2019 to 2023, for district lines in effect on January 1, 2023.
Partisan Lean
R+38
2024 presidential margin (Trump vs Harris). Source: The Downballot.
District boundary, 119th Congress. Boundary data: U.S. Census Bureau TIGERweb. Map tiles: OpenStreetMap.
Steve Scalise and Louisiana's 1st Congressional District
Steve Scalise, a member of the Republican Party, represents Louisiana's 1st Congressional District and has held the seat since May 7, 2008. The boundary map for the district is above and the ZIP codes it covers are listed further down this page.
The Clerk of the House committee file lists no standing committee seat for this member, which is what that file shows for members in elected leadership.
The current term ends January 3, 2027. The seat is on the ballot on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Washington office phone: 202-225-3015. Official site: scalise.house.gov.
Current Representative
Rep. Steve Scalise (R)
119th Congress • Republican • Representing this district since May 7, 2008
Steve Scalise currently represents Louisiana’s 1st Congressional District as a member of the Republican Party in the United States House of Representatives. The representative’s district office helps constituents with federal casework, such as Social Security claims and veterans’ benefits.
2026 Election
On the ballot November 3, 2026
November 3, 2026 is Louisiana's open primary for this seat, with every qualified candidate on one ballot. The general election for the seat is December 12, 2026.
- Randall Arrington, Republican
- E. "Liddy" Glass, No Party
- Lauren Jewett, Democratic
- Steve Scalise, Republican Incumbent
This list is for District 1 as drawn for the 2026 election, which has different boundaries from the district map on this page.
Source: Louisiana Secretary of State, candidate inquiry for November 3, 2026, checked September 26, 2026. Write-in candidates are not listed.
Key dates for November 3, 2026
In Louisiana, November 3 is the U.S. Senate general election and the open primary for the U.S. House. The U.S. House general election is December 12, 2026.
| Register by mail | Monday, October 5 PassedApplication must be postmarked by this date. |
|---|---|
| Register online | Tuesday, October 13 |
| Register in person | Monday, October 5 Passed |
| Early in-person voting | October 20 to October 27 There is no early voting on Sunday, October 25. |
| Request a mail ballot | Friday, October 30 Request by 4:30 p.m. on October 30. Voting by mail requires meeting eligibility rules. |
| Return a mail ballot | Must be received by 4:30 p.m. on November 2. |
| Election Day | Tuesday, November 3, 2026 |
Check your registration with the Louisiana voter lookup. Dates come from the Louisiana election office and were checked September 26, 2026. States can change deadlines, so confirm with your election office before you act.
Polling places in Louisiana are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., local time. Confirm your registration and polling place on the official federal voter page for Louisiana: vote.gov.
What is on the ballot nationally on November 3, 2026
Contact Your Representative
Washington Office
266 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-3015
Online
About This District
The district spans 10 counties in Louisiana, including St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Tammany, Jefferson, and Lafourche, and others. Its largest cities are Slidell (about 29,000), Hammond (about 20,000), Mandeville (about 13,000), and Covington (about 12,000).
This page covers Louisiana District 1, including its current U.S. House representative, district map, ZIP codes, and 2026 election details.
Learn more about congressional districts
- What is a congressional district?
- What does a U.S. Representative do?
- What is gerrymandering?
- How congressional redistricting works
Frequently Asked Questions
Who represents Louisiana's 1st Congressional District?
Steve Scalise (R) represents Louisiana's 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What political party is Steve Scalise a member of?
Steve Scalise is a member of the Republican Party.
How can I contact Steve Scalise?
You can reach Steve Scalise by phone at 202-225-3015 or through their official website at https://scalise.house.gov.
When does Steve Scalise's current term end?
Steve Scalise's current term in the U.S. House of Representatives ends on January 3, 2027.
Where is Louisiana's 1st Congressional District?
Louisiana's 1st Congressional District is located in the state of Louisiana and is one of the 435 voting congressional districts in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What district does Steve Scalise represent?
Steve Scalise has represented Louisiana's 1st Congressional District since May 7, 2008. The boundary map for the district is on this page.
Where can I see a map of Steve Scalise's district?
The boundary map for Louisiana's 1st Congressional District is on this page. It is drawn from U.S. Census Bureau TIGERweb boundary files for the 119th Congress.
What committees is Steve Scalise on?
The Clerk of the House committee file lists no standing committee seat for Steve Scalise. That is what the file shows for members in elected leadership.
Is Steve Scalise still in Congress?
This site shows Steve Scalise holding Louisiana's 1st Congressional District, checked against the Clerk of the House member list. All 435 House seats are on the ballot on November 3, 2026, so the answer can change with that election.
Nearby Districts in Louisiana
ZIP Codes in Louisiana's 1st Congressional District
This congressional district contains 91 ZIP codes. The most common 10 are shown below; expand the full list to see every ZIP in the district.
59 of these ZIP codes also extend into another Louisiana district, so a ZIP code here does not always identify a single representative. Examples include 70001 (also in the 2nd), 70003 (also in the 2nd), 70030 (also in the 2nd and 3rd), 70043 (also in the 2nd), 70047 (also in the 2nd), 70062 (also in the 2nd), 70065 (also in the 2nd), 70068 (also in the 2nd).
- 70001
- 70002
- 70003
- 70005
- 70006
- 70030
- 70036
- 70037
- 70038
- 70040
View all 91 ZIP codes in this district
- 70001
- 70002
- 70003
- 70005
- 70006
- 70030
- 70036
- 70037
- 70038
- 70040
- 70041
- 70043
- 70047
- 70050
- 70062
- 70065
- 70067
- 70068
- 70072
- 70075
- 70079
- 70082
- 70083
- 70085
- 70087
- 70091
- 70092
- 70113
- 70115
- 70117
- 70118
- 70119
- 70121
- 70122
- 70123
- 70124
- 70125
- 70126
- 70127
- 70128
- 70129
- 70130
- 70148
- 70301
- 70343
- 70345
- 70354
- 70355
- 70357
- 70358
- 70359
- 70364
- 70373
- 70374
- 70375
- 70377
- 70394
- 70401
- 70403
- 70420
- 70427
- 70431
- 70433
- 70435
- 70437
- 70438
- 70445
- 70447
- 70448
- 70449
- 70452
- 70454
- 70455
- 70457
- 70458
- 70460
- 70461
- 70462
- 70463
- 70464
- 70471
- 70725
- 70726
- 70733
- 70734
- 70737
- 70744
- 70754
- 70769
- 70774
- 70778
ZIP-to-district boundaries sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024-07-30 Block Equivalency File for the 119th Congress. ZCTAs (ZIP Code Tabulation Areas) approximate USPS delivery ZIPs.
U.S. Senators for this state: Bill Cassidy (R), John Kennedy (R)
Last updated September 27, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.
See how this district compares with another using Compare Districts.