Two Georgia state representatives resign

(The Center Square) – Just days before the Georgia General Assembly convenes, two Democrats in the House of Representatives have announced their resignation.

Rep. Lynn Heffner, D-Augusta, said in a statement she was stepping down to focus on rebuilding her home that was damaged during Hurricane Helene. Rep. Karen Bennett, D-Stone Mountain, resigned after serving 13 years in the House without releasing a statement.

Bennett’s resignation was effective Jan. 1, according to the House.

“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of House District 130, which has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” said Heffner. “However, the ongoing discourse surrounding the rebuilding process has reached an impasse, creating uncertainty that has led me to make the difficult but necessary decision to step aside. My commitment to transparency, integrity and accountability remains steadfast.”

Hefner was first elected to the House in 2022.

The resignations means two more special elections are needed following several...