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Yesterday (March 27, 2023), the Georgia Government Transparency and Campaign Finance Commission voted to raise campaign contribution limits.

The increases are pursuant to O.C.G.A § 21-5-41(k) and went into effect upon passage of the vote.

Statewide Candidates O.C.G.A. § 21-5-41(a)

Prior Limit New Limit 
$7,600.00 (primary & general) $8,400.00 (primary & general)
$4,400.00 (run-off) $4,800.00 (run-off)

All Other Candidates (State, Local, etc.) O.C.G.A. § 21-5-41(b)

Prior Limit New Limit
$3,000.00 (primary & general) $3,300.00 (primary & general)
$1,600.00 (run-off) $1,800.00 (run-off)

The Oblander Group encourages anyone considering running for office in Georgia to be familiar with the rules and regulations regarding campaign finance compliance available on the Georgia Secretary of State’s website.

Those seeking office in other states should refer to their specific secretary of state’s website for limits and rules applicable to their campaign.