ABPAC Backs Derek Chen for Alabama State Auditor
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Staff Writer February 09, 2026
ABPAC Backs Derek Chen for Alabama State Auditor
VESTAVIA, AL — In a move to strengthen fiscal oversight and protect the state’s housing industry, the Alabama Builders Political Action Committee (ABPAC) has officially endorsed Derek Chen for State Auditor.
As the political arm of the Home Builders Association of Alabama, ABPAC focuses on candidates who champion a robust housing market and responsible government spending. For Chen’s campaign, this endorsement signals a shared commitment to ensuring Montgomery remains accountable to the taxpayers and builders who drive the state's economy.
“Derek Chen has been clear about the role of the State Auditor as an independent check on government spending,” said Jeremy Wright, President of the Home Builders Association of Alabama. “We are confident he will work to protect taxpayers and support a healthy construction market.”
Chen has centered his platform on the idea that disciplined state government is essential for economic predictability. He argues that while the government doesn't build homes, poor fiscal policy and lack of oversight—issues he claims were exacerbated by federal overreach during the Biden administration—directly increase the cost of living and homeownership for Alabamians.
“Bad decisions in Montgomery don’t stay in Montgomery,” Chen stated. “They show up in higher prices and fewer opportunities. I’m grateful for ABPAC’s endorsement and their confidence in my ability to root out waste and demand accountability.”
With the backing of the homebuilding industry, Chen aims to transform the Auditor’s office into a more proactive guardrail against bureaucratic waste, ensuring that state resources are managed with the precision required to keep Alabama’s growth sustainable.
For further details on his platform, visit www.derekforalabama.com.
