State House District 6 in Georgia State House District 6, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Cathy Kott — Registered Nurse in Cohutta, GA

  Cathy Kott is a candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives, District 6, running in the Democratic primary on May 19, 2026. With a background as a registered nurse, having earned an associate degree in 1988, she advocates for a platform centered on community and change. Her key policy priorities include ensuring affordable healthcare and mental healthcare, expanding Medicaid, and providing quality, fully funded education. She also champions support for small businesses and women's rights. Kott is campaigning under the 'Votes for Change' movement, emphasizing a vision for a better tomorrow through collaborative efforts and moving beyond partisan divides.

• Jason Thomas Ridley — Incumbent State Representative in Chatsworth, GA

  Jason Ridley is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Georgia's District 6, sworn into office on January 9, 2017, and residing in Chatsworth. Professionally, he is a financial representative and farmer, owning 4 Oaks Farm and Produce since 2012 and working as an Associate at FoundationWealth Incorporated. His legislative priorities include reducing income tax and enhancing public safety, such as making obstruction of law enforcement a felony. He has sponsored bills related to criminal justice, including providing financial assistance for bullet-resistant features in law enforcement vehicles. Ridley also advocates for a 'Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration Act' and prohibiting foreign nationals from contributing to campaigns.