What does Georgia’s lieutenant governor do?

As the state’s second-highest elected official and president of the Georgia State Senate, the lieutenant governor presides over debate in the Senate chamber and works with advocates to introduce legislation. The lieutenant governor may also exercise the governor’s executive powers if the governor becomes unable to serve. Georgia voters will elect a new lieutenant governor in 2026. Hear from the candidates seeking this statewide office during the Atlanta Press Club Loudermilk-Young Debate Series on October 12 at 1:30 p.m. Can’t watch live? The debate will be available on demand afterward on our YouTube channel. Link in bio to view the full debate schedule. #APCDebates #GaPol #GeorgiaElections #Election2026 #AtlantaPressClub