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February 23, 2026

Holly Chaney Announces Candidacy for Georgia State House District 12

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Holly Chaney has announced she is running to represent District 12 in the Georgia State House, a district that includes Chattooga County and portions of Floyd County.

February 21, 2026

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Rep. Eddie Lumsden Highlights Busy Fifth Week of 2026 Georgia Legislative Session

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State Representative Eddie Lumsden of Armuchee, who represents Chattooga County and parts of Floyd County, reported a highly productive fifth week of the 2026 Georgia legislative session as lawmakers returned to the Capitol on February 9. Over four legislative days, the Georgia House passed and adopted 23 bills and resolutions as momentum continues to build toward Crossover Day, the key deadline that determines which legislation remains eligible for passage this session.