Georgia's state elections were held on November 8, 2016.
Incumbent Commissioner Tim Echols defeated challengers Kellie Austin and Michelle Miller in the Republican primary. Echols defeated Libertarian Eric Hoskins in the general election, with no Democrat filing for the contest.
All 56 seats in the Georgia State Senate and 180 seats in the Georgia House of Representatives were up for election.
One seat on the Georgia Supreme Court and two seats on the Georgia Court of Appeals were up for statewide elections. Supreme Court justice David Nahmias and Court of Appeals judges Anne Barnes and Chris McFadden all won their respective races uncontested.
Provides greater flexibility and state accountability to fix failing schools through increasing community involvement.
Authorizes penalties for sexual exploitation and assessments on adult entertainment to fund child victims' services.
Reforms and re-establishes the Judicial Qualifications Commission and provides for its composition, governance, and powers.
Dedicates revenue from existing taxes on fireworks to trauma care, fire services, and public safety.