Commissioner of Insurance State of Louisiana Jim Donelon
Louisiana’s longest serving Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon announces he’s not running for re-election. Donelon has served as the state’s insurance commissioner since 2006, but over the last year the number of insurance companies willing to write private property insurance has declined and he says that’s where his focus needs to be.
“I haven’t had any time since late last year to put any effort towards my re-election effort,” said Donelon.
Donelon has served Louisiana for nearly 50 years. He was first elected to public office in 1975 as Chairman of the Jefferson Parish Council. He also served in the Louisiana House of Representatives for 21 years from 1981 to 2001. He says it’s time to step away.
“While very healthy and continuing to exercise, I want to enjoy the remaining years of my life with my new family and hopefully some new hobbies,” said Donelon.
When the legislative session begins in April, lawmakers will discuss solutions to reversing rising property insurance premiums. Donelon says he does not want a re-election campaign hanging over the debate that will occur at the capitol.
“I really thought I could make a contribution by stepping out of the political arena as we go into the legislative session,” said Donelon.
The only announced candidate for Insurance Commissioner is Republican Tim Temple, who Donelon defeated in the 2019 election by 82-thousand votes. Donelon said at a press event he does not have a successor mind.
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