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Georgia House Passes Nonpartisan Local Elections Bill Amid Controversy

3/28/2026

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The Georgia House of Representatives, with a Republican majority, passed a bill to make local elections nonpartisan in five metro Atlanta counties, including Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
Proponents say change would boost public safety.
Democrats say it hides party affiliations and advantages.
The Georgia District Attorneys' Association says the law cannot alter partisan status.
A constitutional amendment would be required, though Democratic opposition makes it unlikely.

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The Georgia House of Representatives, with a Republican majority, passed a bill to make local elections nonpartisan in five metro Atlanta counties, including Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
Proponents say change would boost public safety.
Democrats say it hides party affiliations and advantages.
The Georgia District Attorneys' Association says the law cannot alter partisan status.
A constitutional amendment would be required, though Democratic opposition makes it unlikely.