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Ross Sheppard

DEMOCRAT

Ross Sheppard is running for Georgia State Representative, District 149, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Ross Sheppard lives in Milledgeville. He studied historic preservation at the University of Georgia and business, political science, and rhetoric at Georgia College & State University.

Professional background

Ross is a realtor. He currently works as an associate broker for Ansley Real Estate Christie's International. He has also worked as a policy advisor for the legal firm Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough and as an associate broker for Corcoran Austin Hill Realty.

Political background

Ross's campaign for to represent District 149 in the Georgia State House is his first run for public office. He previously worked as a legislative aide for State Representative Rusty Kidd and later as a lobbyist.

Economy

Supports reducing regulations for small businesses.

Promises to advocate for "meaningful property and income tax relief that puts money back in the pockets of working families—not just the wealthy few."

Supports reducing regulations for small businesses.

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Energy & the Environment

As of March 11, 2026, Ross Sheppard’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Healthcare

Supports abortion access.

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Voting & Elections

As of March 11, 2026, Ross Sheppard’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Public Safety

Says that "We must take real action to end gun violence, support law enforcement with the training and resources they need, and build real trust between law enforcement and the people they serve."

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Education

Wants to ensure that children living in poverty have access to a quality education.

Supports fully funding public schools, providing better pay and support for teachers, and ensuring structural resources for schools.

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