- District Identifier: GA-HD-136
- State Legislative Key: sldl:13:136
- State: Georgia, FIPS 13
- Current Officeholder: David Jenkins (Republican)
- Chamber: Lower (House of Representatives)
¶ 2. Geography and Communities
- Geographic Scope: Covers portions of west-central Georgia, including communities such as Grantville.
- Transportation Networks: Intersected by major regional highways and rail lines providing transit links toward Atlanta and Columbus.
- Environmental Systems: Features local river basins, agricultural acreage, and timber land.
¶ 3. Population and Electorate
- Baseline Population: Averages approximately 59,585 residents per state house district based on the 2020 Census.
- Electorate Demographics: Blend of rural residents, small-town populations, and exurban commuters.
- Voter Participation: Active participation in both primary and general elections with solid Republican leaning.
¶ 4. Elections and Political Context (dated historical records)
- 2026 Election Cycle: Incumbent David Jenkins advanced from the Republican primary and is on the general election ballot.
- 2024 Election Cycle: Incumbent David Jenkins defeated challenger Jeff Lowe in the general election on November 5, 2024.
- Historical Representation: Representative David Jenkins assumed office in January 2023, succeeding prior representation lines.
¶ 5. Economic and Civic Anchors
- Economic Base: Agriculture, local forestry operations, small businesses, and aviation/transportation employment.
- Civic Infrastructure: Municipal utility boards, local historical societies, and regional airport authorities such as Roosevelt Memorial Airport.
- Regional Connectivity: Connected economically to regional labor markets in adjacent counties.
¶ 6. People and Organizations to Map
- Key Figures: Representative David Jenkins, local elected officials, and community leaders.
- Correlation Question 1: How do aviation and transport industry connections influence employment and vocational training programs within Georgia House District 136?
- Correlation Question 2: What is the correlation between Atlanta metropolitan commuter expansion and real estate development trends in northern sections of Georgia House District 136?
- Correlation Question 3: How do local farming enterprises and small agribusinesses interact with county zoning policies in Georgia House District 136?
¶ 7. Representation and Legislative Work
- Legislative Focus: Committee assignments including Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Agriculture and Consumer Affairs, and Defense and Veterans Affairs.
- Constituent Services: Legislative office providing direct assistance with state agencies and community advocacy.