State House District 47 in Georgia State House District 47, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Brian Matthew Cochran — Robotics Engineer in Milton, GA

  Brian Matthew Cochran, a robotics engineer and Georgia Tech graduate, is a candidate for Georgia House District 47. He is campaigning on convictions rooted in religious freedom, the protection of unborn life, reducing the cost of living, and regulating AI to protect privacy. Cochran, who previously won a First Amendment lawsuit related to free speech on campus, sees his candidacy as an opportunity to apply his engineering mindset and leadership skills to public service. He aims to bring his expertise to the Capitol, driven by a desire to give back to his community.

• Jack Miller — Candidate for Georgia House of Representatives - District 47 in GA

  Jack Miller is a Republican candidate running for election to the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 47. He is on the ballot for the Republican primary on May 19, 2026. In this primary, he is competing against fellow Republican candidates Brian Cochran and Phoebe Eckhardt. A core policy position of Miller's campaign is the support for congressional term limits. He has signed a pledge committing that, as a state legislator, he would cosponsor, vote for, and defend a resolution applying for an Article V convention with the sole purpose of enacting term limits on Congress.

• Pamela B Eckhardt — Candidate for State House in GA

  Pamela B Eckhardt is a candidate seeking election to the Georgia House of Representatives for District 47 in the 2026 Primary Election. She stands for law, order, and policies that prioritize the safety of families within the criminal justice system. Regarding education, Eckhardt advocates for policies that ensure children's safety, truth, and an excellent education, emphasizing leadership that puts their well-being first and strengthens families.

• Lindsay Defranco — Vice President at Rogue Rocket, Co-founder of Not So Fast in GA

  Lindsay DeFranco is a Democratic candidate for Georgia State House District 47. A mom, advocate, and proud Georgian, she grew up in Fulton County and has two children in Fulton County Schools. Her career includes co-founding a media literacy nonprofit and serving as Vice President at Rogue Rocket, leading an independent news show focused on critical thinking and accountability. A CASA-trained volunteer and artist, DeFranco aims to bring practical, fiscally responsible solutions, transparency, and accountability to the system. Her priorities include investing in quality education, healthcare (medical pricing transparency, Medicaid expansion), and safer communities (mental health, housing, economic opportunity) to ensure families thrive.