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State Senator District 42

State Senator District 42 General Election day: November 3, 2026 Open seat

incumbent running for a different office Competitiveness rank: 26 2024 margin: 16.5 pts Republican

Counties: Henry (partial); Morgan (full); Newton (partial); Walton (partial)

Seat currently held by Brian Strickland, whose current term began January 2025. Not seeking this seat in 2026.

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