Joseph Orgeron
Joseph Orgeron | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 54th district | |
| Preceded by | Reggie Bagala |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Relatives | Ed Orgeron (4th cousin) |
| Alma mater | Nicholls State University University of Texas at Dallas |
Joseph Orgeron is an American politician from Louisiana who is a member-elect to the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 54th district as a Republican.
Early life
Orgeron graduated from South Lafourche High School. He earned his bachelor's degree from Nicholls State University, and his master's degree and doctorate in physics from the University of Texas at Dallas. He is an adjunct professor in maritime management at Nicholls State University.[1]
Career
In July 2020, Orgeron won a special election to succeed Reggie Bagala, who died in office.[2]
Orgeron and his wife, Angela, live in Golden Meadow, Louisiana. They have three daughters.[1] He is a fourth cousin of Ed Orgeron.[3]
References
- ^ a b Dan Copp (May 27, 2020). "Local businessman announces plans to run for state representative in special election - News - Northwest Florida Daily News - Fort Walton Beach, FL". Nwfdailynews.com. Retrieved July 14, 2020.
- ^ https://www.fox8live.com/2020/07/12/joseph-orgeron-wins-state-house-district-seat/
- ^ WDSU Digital Team. "Joe Orgeron wins 54th District seat formerly held by Reggie Bagala, who died of COVID-19". Wdsu.com. Retrieved July 14, 2020.