Joseph Orgeron Explained

Joseph Orgeron
State House:Louisiana
District:54th
Term Start:July 2020
Predecessor:Reggie Bagala
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 of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 54th district. He is 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 ran in a special election to succeed Reggie Bagala, who died in office. Orgeron won the election,[2] and was sworn into office on July 30.[3]

Personal life

Orgeron and his wife, Angela, live in Golden Meadow, Louisiana. They have three daughters.[1] He is a fourth cousin of Ed Orgeron.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dan Copp . Local businessman announces plans to run for state representative in special election - News - Northwest Florida Daily News - Fort Walton Beach, FL . Nwfdailynews.com . May 27, 2020 . July 14, 2020.
  2. Web site: Joseph Orgeron wins state House District 54 seat. 2020-09-30. en-US.
  3. Web site: Newly elected rep officially joins LaLege.
  4. Web site: WDSU Digital Team . Joe Orgeron wins 54th District seat formerly held by Reggie Bagala, who died of COVID-19 . Wdsu.com . July 12, 2020. July 14, 2020.