OFFICIAL LIST OF CANDIDATES IN THE 2026 PRINCIPAL CHIEF ELECTION
The United Houma Nation is pleased to announce the candidates in the 2026 Principal Chief Election set for June 6, 2026:
Lora Ann Chaisson (incumbent)
Maryal Dion
Adam Crappel
Information on each of these candidates will be posted on the United Houma Nation’s website and social media pages this week.
ABSENTEE VOTING
The Absentee Voting Period for the Principal Chief Election is Monday, April 13, 2026 through Friday, May 29, 2026. To be counted, all absentee ballots must be received at the United Houma Nation Administrative Office by 4:20 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026.
During the Absentee Voting Period, eligible voters may appear in person at the United Houma Nation Administrative Office in Houma to cast their vote through the absentee process. A photo ID is required to vote.
Eligible voters who are unable to appear at the office must submit a written request for an absentee ballot, with an original signature, to the United Houma Nation Administrative Office, which is temporarily located at 187 Corporate Drive, Houma, LA 70360.
For more information on absentee voting in the Principal Chief Election, please call (985) 223-3093.
