Kristin Nelson is a Republican politician serving as the state representative for Alabama House District 38, which covers portions of Chambers and Lee counties. She won the seat in a special general election on February 3, 2026, defeating Democrat Hazel Floyd with 83.65% of the vote after securing the Republican nomination in a runoff against Garrett Dixon. Notable positions include chair of the Chambers County Republican Party, founder of the Chambers County Young Republicans, worship leader at Fairfax Methodist Church, secretary of the Junior Variety Club, and president of the EAMC Lanier Auxiliary Board; she also received the endorsement of the Alabama Farmers Federation.

Education and Political Experience

Nelson grew up along the Chambers-Lee county line and has professional experience in public and private sectors, including seven years in city administration with the City of Valley and three years as a third-grade teacher with Lanett City Schools. She has been involved in homeschooling as a tutor and local representative for Classical Conversations and currently works part-time with Harris Gray LLC. Her political experience encompasses local Republican leadership roles leading to her 2026 election to the Alabama House.