State Senate District 24 in Georgia State Senate District 24, Georgia
2026 Primary Election
- Catie Young — administrative assistant in Smithonia, GA
Catie Young is a Democratic candidate for the Georgia State Senate, District 24. Originally from Cincinnati, she holds a bachelor's from Seton Hall and a master's in crop and soil science from the University of Georgia, where she also worked in the Morehead Honors College. A former Peace Corps volunteer in sustainable agricultural systems, Young became motivated to run after her involvement with the United Campus Workers of Georgia. She lives in Smithonia and prioritizes agriculture, aiming to address issues like erosion. Her platform also emphasizes common ground on affordability and healthcare, transcending traditional political divides.
- Lorraine Violet Thomas — Registered nurse in GA
Lorraine Violet Thomas is a Democratic candidate running for the Georgia State Senate to represent District 24 in the 2026 Primary Election, scheduled for May 19. She has a background of service in the U.S. Army from 1986 to 1995. Academically, she obtained a high school diploma from Abraham Darby and earned a bachelor's degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 2005. Professionally, Thomas has worked as a registered nurse. She is currently on the ballot for the Democratic primary, though specific policy positions are not detailed in the available information.
- Lee Ivey Anderson — Incumbent State Senator in Grovetown, GA
Lee Anderson is an incumbent State Senator representing Georgia's District 24. He assumed office on January 9, 2017, after serving in the Georgia House of Representatives from January 12, 2009. A farmer-businessman by occupation, he is currently seeking re-election in the Republican primary on May 19, 2026. Senator Anderson serves as Chairman of Natural Resources and the Environment, Vice Chairman of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs, and is a member of the Appropriations and Rules committees, and Ex-Officio of the Finance committee. He is married to Donna.