Larry Selders

Larry Selders is an American politician serving as a member of the Louisiana Senate from the 14th district since 2025. He previously represented the 67th district in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 2021 to 2025.

Education

After graduating from Louisiana State University Laboratory School, Selders earned a Bachelor of Science degree in social work from Southern University.

Career

Selders served as a commissioner of BREC, the parks and recreation agency in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. He has also worked in the healthcare industry. Selders was elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives in November 2020 and assumed office on January 13, 2021. He was elected to the Louisiana Senate in a 2025 special election.

DWI Arrest

Selders was arrested for DWI, reckless operation, and driving under suspension in the early morning hours of Sunday August 21, 2022. He was accused of speeding and doing burnouts while over the legal limit near the LSU campus, in his legislative district. Selders subsequently issued an apology for the arrest on social media.