State House District 97 in Georgia State House District 97, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Yassin Mohamed Moghazy — Candidate for Georgia House of Representatives in GA

  Yassin Moghazy is a Republican Party candidate seeking election to the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 97. He is scheduled to compete in the Republican primary on May 19, 2026. Moghazy has engaged with the public by completing Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. He enters a race that currently has no incumbent, aiming to serve the constituents of his district.

• Jacques Laurent — Information technology professional and business owner in GA

  Jacques Laurent is a Democratic candidate for Georgia House District 97, encompassing Berkeley Lake, Duluth, Norcross, and Peachtree Corners. An alumnus of Kennesaw State University with a background in information technology and a business owner, he is a devoted husband and father of four. Laurent is an active NAACP member and mentor, grounding his leadership in faith, integrity, and service. He advocates for robust public education funding, tax relief, lower costs for housing, healthcare, and insurance, and protecting civil rights. Laurent is committed to defending democracy and voting rights, aiming to bring "leadership that works" to the State House.

• Jyot Singh — Consultant and small business owner in Norcross, GA

  Jyot Singh, a Democrat, is running for the Georgia House of Representatives District 97. He earned a high school diploma from Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology and a bachelor's degree from Yale University. Singh's professional background includes work as a consultant and small business owner. He aims to bring stronger representation, safer communities, and economic growth to Georgia, advocating for small businesses, families, and community values. Singh emphasizes the need for new energy and a stronger voice to ensure Gwinnett County thrives for all its residents, bridging the gap between grassroots and government.