State House District 129 in Georgia State House District 129, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Karlton Leander Howard — Incumbent State Representative in Augusta, GA

  Karlton Howard is an incumbent Democratic member of the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 129. He assumed office on January 9, 2023, succeeding his brother, Henry Howard. Born in Augusta, Georgia, he is an alumnus of Lucy Craft Laney High School and LaGrange College. As a legislator, he has sponsored bills concerning insurance provisions for group or individual accident and sickness plans, and has voted on various issues including property recording requirements and the "Freedom to Work Act." He maintains both a legislative office in Atlanta and a campaign presence, actively engaging with constituents and seeking support for his political endeavors.

• Scott Cambers — Project Manager in Augusta, GA

  Scott Cambers is a Democratic candidate running for the Georgia House of Representatives to represent District 129 in the May 19, 2026 primary election. He previously ran in a December 2022 special primary for the same district. A project manager by profession, Cambers served six years in the Army National Guard, where he sustained a concussion, and holds a masters of public administration from the University of Georgia. He is running to enhance Augusta’s legislative delegation and improve the city’s representation under the Gold Dome. Cambers has pledged support for congressional term limits, advocating for citizen legislators over career politicians, and believes the community's expertise is paramount.