Carmen Rice

Carmen Rice is a candidate for State House District 139 Primary Election in 2026 in Georgia State House District 139, Georgia.

Incumbent State Representative in Columbus, GA

Also running: Elliot Andrew Valdez.

Carmen Rice is an incumbent Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 139, which covers Harris and Muscogee counties. She assumed office in May 2024 and is seeking re-election in the May 2026 Republican primary. Her professional background includes special education and serving as an administrative director for small businesses. In the legislature, she has sponsored resolutions recognizing various observances and individuals, as well as the "Interstate Sexual Predator Prevention Act." Rice has supported measures related to government transparency, fentanyl awareness, and expanding vision and hearing screenings. She serves on committees including Code Revision and Public Safety & Homeland Security.