State Senate, District 16District race (Georgia) · 2 candidates
In their own words
Marty Harbin
WebsiteBallotpedia- More Tax Cuts for Hardworking Georgians
One of our greatest accomplishments this legislative session was the first cut in the state income tax since the 1930s. We must continue to reform our state tax code to cut income taxes, reduce the tax burden on hardworking Georgians and unleash the power of our economy.
CampaignCampaign website - Protecting Our Religious Freedom
Now, perhaps more than ever before, our right to believe, worship and live as we choose is under attack from a radical left that is not interested in tolerance. They want to oppress anyone who disagrees with them. I will not back down. …
CampaignCampaign website - Defending Our God-Given Rights
I am proud to be pro-life and pro-2nd Amendment. I am endorsed by Georgia Right to Life, Georgia Carry and have an "A" Rating from the NRA. This past session, we passed a comprehensive overhaul of our state’s adoption laws – that’s putting our pro-life values into action. …
CampaignCampaign website - Empowering Georgia Schools: School Chaplins
As student mental health needs grow, school chaplains can become a vital part of a comprehensive support network, working alongside counselors, teachers, and families. SB 325 ensures they are caregivers, not preachers, and serve all students with dignity and respect.
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Voting record
- SB 220 (2026) Putting Georgia's Patients First Act (renames low-THC oil as medical cannabis): Excused · 3/18/2026 · Agree to House substitute as amended, 38–14 · Senate Vote #742
- SB 1 (2025) Fair and Safe Athletic Opportunities Act: Yea · 3/31/2025 · Agree to House substitute, 34–20 · Senate Vote #373
- HB 428 (2025) Health: codify right to in vitro fertilization: Yea · 3/27/2025 · Passage by substitute, 53–1 · Senate Vote #293
- SB 68 (2025) Civil practice: revision of provisions on civil practice, evidence, damages and liability in tort actions: Yea · 3/21/2025 · Agree to House substitute, 34–21 · Senate Vote #273
- HB 111 (2025) Income tax: reduce rate of tax: Excused · 3/20/2025 · Passage, 30–23 · Senate Vote #256
- SB 36 (2025) Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration Act: Yea · 3/4/2025 · Passage, 32–23 · Senate Vote #142
- SB 140 (2023) Prohibits certain surgical procedures for treating gender dysphoria in minors in hospitals and licensed facilities: Yea · 3/21/2023 · Agree to House substitute, 31–21 · Senate Vote #259
- HB 481 (2019) Living Infants Fairness and Equality (LIFE) Act: Yea · 3/22/2019 · Passage by substitute, 34–18 · Senate Vote #227
Official roll calls, Georgia General Assembly (open the vote number on the bill page). Final floor vote on each bill in the chamber the member sat in at the time (passage, or agreeing to the other chamber's changes); titles are the official captions. Bills voted on before the member took office are not listed. Which bills and why · Checked 10/18/2026.
Sonya Wimberly Hawkins
WebsiteBallotpedia- Key message 1
In Georgia, voting is a fundamental right, but right now, that right is under pressure.
- Key message 2
From mass voter challenges to restrictions on early voting, too many barriers are being placed between people and the ballot box. These policies disproportionately impact Black communities, working families, seniors, and young voters...the very people who deserve to be heard.
- Key message 3
I believe every eligible voter should be able to cast their ballot freely, safely, and without confusion or intimidation. This campaign is about more than winning a seat. It's about protecting the voice of the people. When we vote, we protect our schools, healthcare, the economy, and our future.