Jon G. Burns

Jon G. Burns is a candidate for State House District 159 Primary Election in 2026 in Georgia State House District 159, Georgia.

Incumbent Speaker of the House in Newington, GA

Also running: Nathan Ross Hooks.

Jon G. Burns is an incumbent Republican currently serving as the Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives. He represents District 159, which encompasses Bulloch, Effingham, and Screven counties, and brings a professional background in agri-business to his legislative work. Prior to his elevation to Speaker, he notably served as the House Majority Leader. He is seeking re-election to the State House, where his extensive legislative responsibilities have included serving on committees such as Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Economic Development & Tourism, Interstate Cooperation, and Regulated Industries.