Georgia's primary season isn't over yet. Candidates in twelve state legislative races will face runoffs June 16 after failing to secure majority support in Tuesday's elections.
The runoffs will fill seats vacated by lawmakers who are retiring, have resigned, or are seeking statewide office. Five state Senate seats are up for grabs, with three races on the Democratic ballot and two on the Republican side.
On the House side, candidates in seven districts will compete for open seats. Democrats face off in six races, while two Republicans will seek a rematch in one House runoff. One incumbent candidate is also fighting to hold onto her seat after a competitive primary challenge.
The June 16 runoffs will include at least one week of early voting. Voters who selected one party's ballot in the May primary must stick with that party for the runoff. However, anyone who did not vote in the primary can choose either party's ballot, and voters who selected nonpartisan ballots in the primary can also pick which runoff to participate in.
The outcomes will shape the Georgia General Assembly heading into the 2027 legislative session. With key debates expected over education funding, criminal justice reform, and economic development incentives, the composition of the legislature matters for Atlanta and the metro area.
Early voting begins June 1.