Carrico has served in the House of Delegates for nearly 10 years, representing territory that overlaps Wampler's sprawling Senate district. Wampler announced last week that he will not seek re-election this fall and will leave the Senate after 24 years in office.
"I have worked closely with Senator Wampler on behalf of our region, and I am very familiar with the issues and challenges facing the people of Southwest," Carrico said.
Under a redistricting plan that Gov. Bob McDonnell signed into law in April, the 40th Senate District will stretch from Lee County to Wytheville. Carrico is the first candidate to declare for the seat following Wampler's retirement announcement.
"I understand the challenges and issues facing the families of Southwest because my own family has lived them," Carrico said. "Southwest has always been my home, and I have always stood up and fought for the people of our region."
Carrico, 49, is a retired Virginia State Police trooper who was first elected to the House in 2001. He ranks second in seniority on the House Transportation Committee and chairs two House subcommittees. He made an unsuccessful bid for Congress in 2006.
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