Jeremy Stine

Stine was part of the first French language immersion program launched by the Council for the Development of French in Louisiana.^[3]

Stine has previously worked as a legislative aide.^[1] Stine is the marketing director of his family's business, Stine Lumber, and serves as the president of the Alliance for Positive Growth.^[2]

On July 23, 2021, State Senator Ronnie Johns resigned to accept Governor John Bel Edwards’ appointment to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.^[4] This left a vacancy in the 27th district seat. By July 26, Stine had announced his candidacy.^[5] Stine ran as a Republican. Two other candidates in the special primary ran to fill the vacancy: Republican Jake Shaheen and Democrat Dustin Granger. Granger is a financial planner and Shaheen is a school teacher.^[1] In the November 13 primary, Stine won the election outright, by receiving 59.2% of the vote.^[6] Stine plans to, during his swearing in ceremony, say the oath of office in both the English and French language.^[3]

Stine was described by Rachel Mipro of the Louisiana Illuminator as "anti-abortion, pro-gun rights and a supporter of the oil and gas industry."^[7]

Stine was elected as majority leader in December 2023 to succeed retiring senator Sharon Hewitt.^[8]

Stine and his wife, Emily, have three children.^[1]