Joseph Orgeron

Joseph Orgeron
Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 54th district
Incumbent
Assumed office July 2020
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 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]

References

1. 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.
2. "Joseph Orgeron wins state House District 54 seat". Retrieved September 30, 2020.
3. "Newly elected rep officially joins LaLege".
4. WDSU Digital Team (July 12, 2020). "Joe Orgeron wins 54th District seat formerly held by Reggie Bagala, who died of COVID-19". Wdsu.com. Retrieved July 14, 2020.

External links

• Profile at Vote Smart