Carden H Summers GA State Senate District 13

Carden H Summers GA State Senate District 13 My name is Carden Summers, and I am GA’s State Senator for District 13. He may be reached at 404.463.5258 or by email at [email protected].

Senator Carden Summers represents the 13th Senate District which under 2022’s re- apportionment now includes Ben Hill, Berrien, Irwin, Crisp, Lee, Tift, Turner, Worth, and the West half of Coffee County.

04/07/2026

The 2026 Legislative Session has officially ended, and our priority remained clear: affordability for Georgians. By fast-tracking targeted tax relief and cutting government waste, Senate Republicans are ensuring more of your hard-earned money stays exactly where it belongs—in your pocket. Whether it’s at the grocery store or the gas pump, we know every dollar counts. This session wasn’t about just passing bills; we’re providing real, tangible relief to taxpayers across the state.

04/07/2026

Senate Republicans Delivered Real Results 2026 Legislative Session

Happy Sine Die! Senate Republicans have been working hard under the Gold Dome for 40 legislative days. On this final day...
04/02/2026

Happy Sine Die! Senate Republicans have been working hard under the Gold Dome for 40 legislative days. On this final day, we will continue fighting for common-sense values and issues that matter most to Georgians.

Follow along here: https://vimeo.com/1179082897?share=copy

As the 2026 legislative session comes to a close, I’m proud to highlight the accomplishments Senate Republicans delivere...
03/31/2026

As the 2026 legislative session comes to a close, I’m proud to highlight the accomplishments Senate Republicans delivered for Georgians. We advanced meaningful legislation focused on the issues that matter most: lowering the cost of living, enhancing quality of life, and protecting the next generation. Thank you for the opportunity to serve Georgia's 13th District.

See below a list of our priorities passed ⬇️

✅The Cost of Living:

SB 382: Protects homeowners from skyrocketing property tax increases.

SB447: Implements a shot clock on local permit processing.

SB 463: Limits corporate investor ownership of single-family homes in Georgia.

SB 476: Largest proposed income tax cut in state history, eliminating the state income tax for the first $50,000 earned by a single filer and $100,000 for joint filers.

SB 477: Accelerates the income tax cut schedule to reach 3.99% in 2028 if revenue requirements are met.

Amended Budget: Nearly $2 billion in income tax refund and property tax rebates.

2027 Budget: Invests a historic $70 million for literacy coaches statewide, strengthens our state employee retirement system to protect the livelihoods of those dedicated to serving our state, provides funding for public safety, supports mental health and foster care services, and continues to protect our state’s God-given natural landscape.

✅Quality of Life:

SB160: Crack down on repeat reckless stunt drivers.

SB268: New criminal offense for interfering with a first responder.

SB478: Strengthens The Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program.

✅Protecting the Next Generation:

SB148: Increases teacher flexibility by expanding personal leave days from 3 to 5.

SB150: Rewarding and retaining the best teacher workforce.

SB 398: Protects children from explicit AI-generated images.

SB 402: Improves early detection and support for autistic children in foster care.

SB 431: Ensures a 48-hour school enrollment guarantee for foster care students.

SB 513: Support systems for K-12 students with chronically unexcused absences.

SB 540: AI chatbot safety: protections for kids, parental tools, and crisis protocols.

03/20/2026

BIG NEWS 🚨 Governor Kemp has officially signed the 60-day gas tax suspension.

Senate Republicans are proud of this work to deliver real relief at the pump for hardworking Georgians.

03/19/2026

No Georgian should have to choose between filling up and getting by. ⛽️

Senate Republicans just voted unanimously to suspend the gas tax for 60 days. We’re taking action to lower costs and deliver relief to Georgia drivers when it matters most.

Today marks Day 30 of the 2026 Legislative Session! I am incredibly proud of the work we’re doing to Reignite American D...
03/10/2026

Today marks Day 30 of the 2026 Legislative Session! I am incredibly proud of the work we’re doing to Reignite American Dream for every Georgian. From passing historic tax relief to improving our quality of life and strengthening support for our most vulnerable children, we are delivering on our promises. Check out these highlights from Under the Gold Dome!

Crossover Day is now behind us, and we’ve sent a strong slate of meaningful legislation over to the House. These bills h...
03/10/2026

Crossover Day is now behind us, and we’ve sent a strong slate of meaningful legislation over to the House. These bills help Reignite the American Dream by making life more affordable, improving quality of life, and protecting the next generation.

✅ Lowering the Cost of Living
• SB 382: Protects homeowners from skyrocketing property tax increases
• SB 476: The largest proposed income tax cut in state history—eliminating state income tax on the first $50,000 earned by single filers and $100,000 for joint filers
• SB 477: Accelerates the income tax cut schedule to reach 3.99% by 2028 if revenue requirements are met
• Amended Budget: Nearly $2 billion in income tax refunds and property tax rebates

✅ Supporting Homeownership
• SB 447: Implements a shot clock on local permit processing
• SB 463: Limits corporate investor ownership of single-family homes in Georgia

✅ Improving Quality of Life
• SB 160: Cracks down on repeat reckless stunt drivers
• SB 268: Creates a new criminal offense for interfering with first responders
• SB 478: Strengthens the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program

✅ Protecting the Next Generation
• Amended Budget: $325 million endowment for needs-based college scholarships
• SB 148: Increases teacher flexibility by expanding personal leave days from 3 to 5
• SB 398: Protects children from explicit AI-generated images
• SB 540: AI chatbot safety: protections for kids, parental tools, and crisis protocols
• SB 402: Improves early detection and support for autistic children in foster care
• SB 431: Ensures a 48-hour school enrollment guarantee for foster care students
• SB 446: Expands educational opportunities by supporting those who contribute to scholarship organizations
• SB 513: Support systems for K-12 students with chronically unexcused absences

It’s an honor to serve the people of Senate District 13. If I can help you with anything, please reach out:
https://cardensummers.com/

Proud to share that HB 973 is headed to the Governor! The Amended Budget delivers: ✅ $1.17B in income tax relief ✅ $850...
02/26/2026

Proud to share that HB 973 is headed to the Governor!

The Amended Budget delivers:

✅ $1.17B in income tax relief

✅ $850M in property tax relief for homeowners

✅ $409M for our first state mental health hospital since the 1960s

✅ $100M to the Employees Retirement System to support COLA

✅ $325M in DREAMS need-based aid for college students

✅ $2,000 one-time supplement for our hard-working state employees

We are now five weeks into the 2026 Legislative Session, and we’re doing the real work that makes a difference for Georg...
02/18/2026

We are now five weeks into the 2026 Legislative Session, and we’re doing the real work that makes a difference for Georgia families. Last week, the Senate passed a historic victory — the largest state income tax cut in Georgia history, putting more of your hard-earned money back where it belongs: in your pocket.

We also advanced meaningful property tax relief, passed legislation that protects children from puberty blockers, strengthened support for foster care children, and reaffirmed our commitment to investing in Georgia’s public schools.

Our focus remains clear: delivering real results for hardworking Georgians and keeping the American Dream within reach for every family.

I’m proud of the progress we’re making, grateful for the privilege of serving you, and committed to continuing the fight for policies that strengthen our communities and secure Georgia’s future.

As Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, I was honored to represent the committee at last week’s Georgia Bankers Ass...
02/02/2026

As Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, I was honored to represent the committee at last week’s Georgia Bankers Association Legislative Reception. It’s always a pleasure to reconnect with former colleagues and discuss the future of banking in Georgia.

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Cordele, GA
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