Georgia lawmakers consider more election changes ahead of 2026 | Mark Niesse and Michelle Baruchman/The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The 2026 elections may seem like a long way away, but that’s not how state lawmakers see it. Plans — from new voting machines to even more new voting laws — are already underway as a special legislative committee dominated by Republican lawmakers met for the first time Tuesday. Members of the House Study Committee on Election Procedures are considering replacing Georgia’s touchscreen voting system, reviewing voter registration accuracy and complying with a state law that requires removal of inscrutable QR codes from ballots by July 1. Meanwhile, several legislators angling for higher office are looking to boost their resumes — including committee Chairman Tim Fleming, who recently filed paperwork to begin raising money to run for secretary of state. Read Article