SB 573·GA·senate
Primaries and Elections; the nonpartisan election for county officers and district attorneys in certain counties; provide
Passed One ChamberFiled Feb 24, 2026
Sponsor: Ed Setzler
Latest Action
Senate Notice to Reconsider
Mar 6, 2026
Summary
The bill changes Georgia election law so that most county offices and district attorney seats in "medical examiner counties" are chosen on a nonpartisan ballot. It sets filing deadlines, defines which offices are covered, and aligns these elections with the even‑year general primary. The change takes effect on January 1, 2027.
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