State House District 5 in Georgia State House District 5, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Rasmus Jensen — Multi-industry consultant in GA

  Rasmus Jensen is a multi-industry consultant with a deep love for the Northwest Georgia community, dedicated to bringing his analytical and leadership skills to the Georgia State House. He is running to return accountability to state government and focus on crucial issues for District 5 citizens. His platform prioritizes protecting constituents by holding PFAS polluters accountable and ensuring justice for those impacted. He advocates for economic fairness by stopping regressive policies that disadvantage hardworking citizens and supporting public services like education and public health through better funding and long-term planning.

• Madison Fain Barton — Incumbent Member of the Georgia House of Representatives for District 5 in Calhoun, Georgia, GA

  Madison Fain Barton, known as Matt Barton, is an American politician and Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives for District 5, having assumed office on February 12, 2019. Born on April 28, 1972, he is self-employed and runs a self-courier business. His current term is set to conclude on January 13, 2025. Married to Lynne Barton with two children, he resides with his family in Calhoun, Georgia. He serves on multiple committees, including Appropriations, and is Vice Chairman of both the Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications and Motor Vehicles committees.