Matthew Hammett, born in 1973 in Rose Hill, Alabama, is a Republican member of the Alabama House of Representatives, representing District 92 since November 9, 2022. He is the owner of Hammett Drilling, a water well contracting business serving South Alabama since 1951. Hammett is also a cattleman and poultry producer. He is the second cousin of former Alabama House Speaker Seth Hammett.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduate of Auburn University.

• Political Experience:

  • Elected to the Alabama House of Representatives in 2022, representing District 92.
  • Assigned to the Agriculture and Forestry Committee and the House County and Municipal Government Committee.
  • Former Chairman of the Covington County Commission from 1995 to 2020.

Hammett's priorities include improving workforce development through education initiatives such as dual enrollment and career technical centers.