State House District 71 in Georgia State House District 71, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Justin "jutt" Howard — Incumbent Representative in GA

  Justin "Jutt" Howard is an incumbent Republican Representative for Georgia's House District 71. He assumed office on January 13, 2025, and his current term concludes on January 11, 2027. He is seeking re-election in the May 19, 2026 Republican primary for the same district. District 71 encompasses areas within Carroll County, including Temple, Villa Rica, Fairfield, Sandhill, Hulett, Bethany, and the Lakeshore area. Howard serves on several key committees, including Agriculture & Consumer Affairs, Interstate Cooperation, and Natural Resources & Environment. His office is located in Atlanta.

• Anna Higgins — Co-Founder of Linton Robinson & Higgins, LLP in GA

  Anna Higgins is a Democratic candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 71. She is on the ballot for the Democratic primary on May 19, 2026. Higgins is co-founder of Linton Robinson & Higgins, LLP. She is running in the primary against fellow Democrat Brandolynn Yarbrough. Details regarding her specific policy positions or campaign motivations are not available in the provided information.

• Brandolynn Yarbrough — Manager in Carrollton, GA

  Brandolynn Yarbrough, a Democrat, is campaigning for the Georgia House of Representatives, District 71. A mother and grandmother with over 20 years of public service, she earned a bachelor's degree from the University of West Georgia in 2020 and has a career background in management and affordable housing. Yarbrough is focused on three key priorities: affordability, workforce opportunities, and healthcare access. She is running to bring real, effective change to Carroll County, advocating for everyday families burdened by rising costs and striving to improve the quality of life for all constituents.