House District 52 in Jefferson County is set for a special election.

The seat, long held by former Rep. John Rogers, was vacated after the veteran legislator pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud and also conspiracy to obstruct justice in connection with the scheme to defraud the Jefferson County Community Service Fund.

Rogers, first elected in 1982, was the longest serving representative in the chamber.

“Alabamians in House District 52 deserve fair and full representation in the legislative process, and this special election will ensure that is the case. To uphold public trust, integrity is imperative and accountability is non-negotiable,” said Gov. Kay Ivey. “I encourage everyone in this district to ensure they have a strong voice of representation in the Alabama Legislature by getting out and casting their vote during this special election.”

I have announced the special election dates for House District 52. Alabamians deserve fair and full representation in the legislative process, and I encourage everyone in this district to get out and cast their vote during the special election. #alpoliticshttps://t.co/lOkvXzjdlU

— Governor Kay Ivey (@GovernorKayIvey) March 18, 2024

The special primary election will be June 18. The special primary runoff, if necessary, will take place on July 16, and the special general election is Oct. 1.

The deadline for qualifying with major political parties 5 p.m. April 16 and the deadline for all independent candidates and/or minor parties is 5 p.m. June 18.

Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News.