Ceretta Smith

Grovetown City Council member, Small business owner in Grovetown, GA

Ceretta Smith is a candidate for U.S. House of Representatives District 12 in Congressional District 12, Georgia — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Brianna Woodson, Chris Stephens, Tracell Peace-Nichols, Traci George, Richard Allen, Tori Brett Branum.

Ceretta Smith, a Grovetown City Council member and small business owner, is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House, representing Georgia's 12th Congressional District in 2026. Her career includes leadership with the American Federation of Government Employees, serving as president of the Georgia State Council. She previously ran for the Georgia State Senate in 2020. Smith advocates for defending reproductive rights, enhancing public safety, and ensuring quality, accessible healthcare. Her platform prioritizes economic support for rural communities, fair education funding, and common-sense gun safety. She is dedicated to championing working families and federal employees, addressing local community needs.