Lynn Smith (70)

Lynn R. Smith is a Republican state representative serving Georgia House District 70 since 1997. Elected in 1996, she chairs the House Natural Resources & Environment Committee, advocating for environmental policies that protect Georgia's economy, such as the Water Stewardship Act, Regional Water Plans, and Brownfield Act revisions. Notable achievements include repeated listings in Georgia Trend's 100 Most Influential Georgians, Legislator of the Year , and leadership roles like chair of the Southern Legislative Conference Energy and Environment Committee and board member of the Southern States Energy Board.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia; former French and Social Studies teacher at Newnan Schools.
• Professional Background: Small business owner.
• Political Experience: Sworn in January 13, 1997; previously represented District 103 before District 70; unopposed reelection in 2020; serves on Appropriations, Rules, Economic Development & Tourism, and other committees; former vice-chair of NCSL Environment Committee.