State House District 48 in Georgia State House District 48, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Adam Cleveland — Attorney and small business owner in Johns Creek, GA

  Adam Cleveland is a Democratic candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives, District 48, running in the 2026 election. An attorney and small business owner from Johns Creek, he is campaigning to flip the Republican-held seat. His platform emphasizes leveraging his legal experience to address key issues such as lowering the cost of living, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and protecting the rights of all Georgians. Cleveland has also pledged his support for congressional term limits.

• Scott Clifford Hilton — Incumbent State Representative in Peachtree Corners, GA

  Scott Hilton is an incumbent Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives, currently serving District 48. He was first sworn into office on January 9, 2017, and his current term concludes on January 11, 2027. By profession, Hilton is a commercial banker. He holds the position of Chairman for the Information & Audits Committee and also serves as a member or secretary on several other legislative committees, including Creative Arts & Entertainment, Education, MARTOC, Public and Community Health, State Properties, and Ways & Means. Hilton is seeking re-election to represent District 48 in the Republican primary on May 19, 2026, with a stated priority to serve his constituents. He resides in Peachtree Corners with his spouse, Meredith.