Georgia's 3rd Congressional District election, 2024

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Georgia's 3rd Congressional District
	Democratic primary; Republican primary; Republican primary runoff; General election
Election details
	Filing deadline: March 8, 2024
	Primary: May 21, 2024; Primary runoff: June 18, 2024; General: November 5, 2024; General runoff: December 3, 2024
How to vote
	Poll times: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Voting in Georgia
Race ratings
	Cook Political Report: Solid Republican; DDHQ and The Hill: Safe Republican; Inside Elections: Solid Republican; Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican
Ballotpedia analysis
	U.S. Senate battlegrounds; U.S. House battlegrounds; Federal and state primary competitiveness; Ballotpedia's Election Analysis Hub, 2024
See also
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Georgia 2024 elections

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All U.S. House districts, including the 3rd Congressional District of Georgia, held elections in 2024. The general election was November 5, 2024. The primary was May 21, 2024, and a primary runoff was June 18, 2024. A general runoff was December 3, 2024. The filing deadline was March 8, 2024.

The outcome of this race affected the partisan balance of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 119th Congress. All 435 House districts were up for election.

At the time of the election, Republicans held a 220-212 majority with three vacancies.^[1] As a result of the election, Republicans retained control of the U.S. House, winning 220 seats to Democrats' 215.^[2] To read more about the 2024 U.S. House elections, click here.

In the 2022 election in this district, the Republican candidate won 68.7%-31.3%. Daily Kos calculated what the results of the 2020 presidential election in this district would have been following redistricting. Donald Trump (R) would have defeated Joe Biden (D) 64.4%-34.4%.^[3]

Georgia conducted redistricting between the 2022 and 2024 elections. As a result, district lines in this state changed. To review how redistricting took place in Georgia and to see maps of the new districts, click here. For a list of all states that drew new district lines between 2022 and 2024, click here.

This is one of 45 open races for the U.S. House in 2024 where an incumbent did not run for re-election. Across the country, 24 Democrats and 21 Republicans did not run for re-election. In 2022, 49 representatives did not seek re-election, including 31 Democrats and 18 Republicans.

For more information about the primaries in this election, click on the links below:

Candidates and election results

General election

General election for U.S. House Georgia District 3

Brian Jack defeated Maura Keller in the general election for U.S. House Georgia District 3 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Brian Jack (R)	66.3	273,036
	Maura Keller (D)	33.7	138,749

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 411,785
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

George Cantrell (Independent)

Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Georgia District 3

Brian Jack defeated Mike Dugan in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Georgia District 3 on June 18, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Brian Jack	62.6	29,654
	Mike Dugan	37.4	17,693

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 47,347
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Georgia District 3

Maura Keller defeated Val Almonord in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Georgia District 3 on May 21, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Maura Keller	53.0	13,237
	Val Almonord	47.0	11,730

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 24,967
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Rodney Moore (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Georgia District 3

Brian Jack and Mike Dugan advanced to a runoff. They defeated Mike Crane, Philip Singleton, and Jim Bennett in the Republican primary for U.S. House Georgia District 3 on May 21, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Brian Jack	46.7	32,877
✔	Mike Dugan	24.9	17,522
	Mike Crane	15.9	11,182
	Philip Singleton	6.7	4,743
	Jim Bennett	5.8	4,076

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 70,400
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Candidate profiles

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Maura Keller

Party: Democratic Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography: "I am dedicated to service, progress, and the idea that hard work paired with a helping hand can make a real difference. I was born in South Weymouth, Massachusetts, but for the past 28 years, Fayetteville, Georgia, has been my home. It's here that I've continued my service journey—reaching personal milestones and committing myself to the well-being of my country and community. My military story began in 1978 when I enlisted as a Military Policewoman in the United States Army. It wasn't long before I realized the need for systemic change and made it my mission to be a part of it. Climbing the ranks, I took the oath as an Officer and culminated my service as a Lieutenant Colonel. After retiring, I returned to Washington, D.C., as an analyst and consultant working with the Department of Defense to ensure troop readiness. Although I enjoyed my time in that role, I eventually felt compelled to serve our troops differently. I returned to school with a degree in Nuclear Medicine, which allowed me to support our veterans at the Atlanta VA. Throughout my career, I've been honored with several awards, none more significant than the General Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award, which stands as a testament to my dedication to leadership and the pursuit of excellence. I'm ready to take everything I've learned during my career back to D.C. as Georgia's next congressional representative for the 3rd district."

Key Messages

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Economic Equity - I'm committed to creating greater opportunities for District 3 by working to pass fiscal policies that help everyone instead of those who’ve already “made it.”. Building a more equitable economic future is the foundation for all my policy positions, but we must start with raising the minimum wage. Studies show a livable wage in Georgia should be at least $17.00/hour. Still, District 3’s previous representatives continually voted to keep their neighbors living at or below the poverty line, with many making only $7.25/hour – the Federal Minimum, which hasn’t increased in 14 years despite inflation continually pushing working-class families deeper into debt and struggle. Visit www.GetMoreWithMaura.com to learn more.

Codifying Access to Women’s Reproductive Healthcare - I stand for reproductive rights because they're crucial for women’s economic security and health in District 3. The ability to plan if and when to have children allows women to pursue education and careers, enhancing their earning potential. Control over reproductive health, including access to contraception and prenatal care, is fundamental. Yet, some lawmakers' votes undermine these rights, impeding women's economic contributions and health. I'm committed to ensuring comprehensive reproductive care, which is vital for women's autonomy and our community's prosperity.

Universally Accessible Healthcare - I believe all Americans deserve meaningful and easily accessible healthcare because no one should choose between paying for life’s necessities or staying alive. My military career taught me how unhealthy soldiers can significantly decrease operational readiness, which is why soldier health has long been a cornerstone of our military’s strength. A healthy population lays a strong foundation for a robust economy, while healthcare inaccessibility causes avoidable illness and unnecessary deaths and weakens our entire economy. The United States is the only developed nation without a universal healthcare system that codifies access to healthcare for all its citizens. Together, we can fix that!

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Georgia District 3 in 2024.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Georgia

Election information in Georgia: Nov. 5, 2024, election.

What was the voter registration deadline?

In-person: Oct. 7, 2024
By mail: Postmarked by Oct. 7, 2024
Online: Oct. 7, 2024

Was absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

Yes

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

In-person: Oct. 25, 2024
By mail: Received by Oct. 25, 2024
Online: Oct. 25, 2024

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

In-person: Nov. 5, 2024
By mail: Received by Nov. 5, 2024

Was early voting available to all voters?

Yes

What were the early voting start and end dates?

Oct. 15, 2024 to Nov. 1, 2024

Were all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, was a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When were polls open on Election Day?

7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (EST)

Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Maura Keller (D)

Economic Equity - I'm committed to creating greater opportunities for District 3 by working to pass fiscal policies that help everyone instead of those who’ve already “made it.”.

Building a more equitable economic future is the foundation for all my policy positions, but we must start with raising the minimum wage.

Studies show a livable wage in Georgia should be at least $17.00/hour. Still, District 3’s previous representatives continually voted to keep their neighbors living at or below the poverty line, with many making only $7.25/hour – the Federal Minimum, which hasn’t increased in 14 years despite inflation continually pushing working-class families deeper into debt and struggle.

Visit www.GetMoreWithMaura.com to learn more.

Codifying Access to Women’s Reproductive Healthcare - I stand for reproductive rights because they're crucial for women’s economic security and health in District 3.

The ability to plan if and when to have children allows women to pursue education and careers, enhancing their earning potential.

Control over reproductive health, including access to contraception and prenatal care, is fundamental.

Yet, some lawmakers' votes undermine these rights, impeding women's economic contributions and health.

I'm committed to ensuring comprehensive reproductive care, which is vital for women's autonomy and our community's prosperity.

Universally Accessible Healthcare - I believe all Americans deserve meaningful and easily accessible healthcare because no one should choose between paying for life’s necessities or staying alive.

My military career taught me how unhealthy soldiers can significantly decrease operational readiness, which is why soldier health has long been a cornerstone of our military’s strength.

A healthy population lays a strong foundation for a robust economy, while healthcare inaccessibility causes avoidable illness and unnecessary deaths and weakens our entire economy.

The United States is the only developed nation without a universal healthcare system that codifies access to healthcare for all its citizens.

Together, we can fix that!

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Maura Keller (D)

The policies I'm most passionate about impact our daily lives, the ones we debate while sitting at the dinner table with family and friends.

These include accessible healthcare, ensuring that no family must choose between medical bills and groceries, education that prepares our children for the future, and economic strategies that support job growth and fair wages.

I'm also deeply invested in protecting the environment for future generations.

These issues aren't just political talking points; they're the fabric of our discussions at home, where the real effects of policy and its impact on the American Dream are most deeply felt.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Maura Keller (D)

Servant-hearted leadership and the determination to get things done even when it's hard. "It can't be done" and "This is how we've always done it" are my two least favorite sentences, and every time I hear either, I take it as a personal challenge!

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Maura Keller (D)

The most critical responsibility for a congressional representative is working in good faith on behalf of their district regardless of how other representatives choose to operate.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Maura Keller (D)

President Kennedy's funeral. I wasn't even 4 1/2 years old, but I can remember that moment like it was yesterday.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Maura Keller (D)

I started my first job selling women’s clothing at a store where my dad was the manager when I was 14 years old and stuck with it for 2.5 years.

What committees interest you?

Maura Keller (D)

Veteran Affairs

Armed Services Education and Workforce

And the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Maura Keller (D)

Financial transparency and government accountability are not just policies to me; they are the principles that have steered my entire career. Having served where accurate data is the bedrock of decision-making, I understand that open, transparent financial reporting is crucial for trust and efficiency in governance.

Transparent practices ensure that every dollar is accounted for and spent in service of the public. Likewise, accountability is the cornerstone of a functioning democracy—leaders must be answerable to those they serve.

I’m committed to upholding these values and ensuring that our government works transparently in the public interest, with every action open to scrutiny.

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Val Almonord	Democratic Party	$27,302	$25,715	$8,700	As of May 1, 2024
Maura Keller	Democratic Party	$148,905	$72,902	$2,936	As of December 31, 2024
Jim Bennett	Republican Party	$39,848	$39,848	$0	As of September 30, 2024
Mike Crane	Republican Party	$558,642	$211,205	$347,437	As of May 1, 2024
Mike Dugan	Republican Party	$769,169	$769,169	$0	As of September 5, 2024
Brian Jack	Republican Party	$2,296,183	$2,056,007	$240,176	As of December 31, 2024
Philip Singleton	Republican Party	$178,394	$176,758	$1,636	As of December 31, 2024
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2024. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.^[4]
Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.^[5]^[6]^[7]

Race ratings: Georgia's 3rd Congressional District election, 2024
Race tracker	Race ratings
	November 5, 2024	October 29, 2024	October 22, 2024	October 15, 2024
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Georgia in the 2024 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Georgia, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2024
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Georgia	U.S. House	Ballot-qualified party	N/A	$5,220.00	3/8/2024	Source
Georgia	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	27,992^[8]	$5,220.00	7/9/2024	Source

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

District map - A map of the district before and after redistricting ahead of the 2024 election.
Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2024 U.S. House elections in the state.
Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

District map

Competitiveness
Presidential elections

State party control

Below is the district map used in the 2022 election next to the map in place for the 2024 election. Click on a map below to enlarge it.

2022

2024

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2024

This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in Georgia.

Georgia U.S. House competitiveness, 2014-2024
Year	Districts/ offices	Seats	Open seats	Candidates	Possible primaries	Contested Democratic primaries	Contested Republican primaries	% of contested primaries	Incumbents in contested primaries	% of incumbents in contested primaries
2024	14	14	1	54	28	8	4	42.9%	3	23.1%
2022	14	14	2	82	28	8	9	60.7%	8	61.5%
2020	14	14	3	77	28	8	8	57.1%	5	45.5%
2018	14	14	0	48	28	8	5	46.4%	5	35.7%
2016	14	14	1	44	28	2	7	32.1%	5	38.5%
2014	14	14	3	49	28	3	8	39.3%	5	45.5%

Post-filing deadline analysis

The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in Georgia in 2024. Information below was calculated on April 2, 2024, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time.

Fifty-five candidates ran for Georgia’s 14 U.S. House districts, including 30 Democrats and 25 Republicans. That’s 3.9 candidates per district, lower than the 5.9 candidates per district in 2022 and the 5.5 in 2020.

This was the first election to take place after Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R) signed revised congressional maps into law on Dec. 8, 2023.

The 3rd Congressional District was the only open district in 2024, meaning no incumbents filed to run. That’s one less than in 2022, when two seats were open. There were three open seats in 2020, none in 2018, one in 2016, and three in 2014.

Incumbent Drew Ferguson (R-3rd) did not run for re-election because he retired from public office.

As a result of redistricting in Georgia, two incumbents ran for re-election in different districts than the ones they represented. Lucy McBath (D-7th) ran in the 6th Congressional District and Rich McCormick (R-6th) ran in the 7th Congressional District.

Nine candidates—seven Democrats and two Republicans—ran for the 13th Congressional District, the most candidates that ran for a seat in 2024.

Twelve primaries—eight Democratic and four Republican—were contested in 2024. Seventeen primaries were contested in 2022, 16 primaries were contested in 2020, and 13 were in 2018.

Three incumbents—two Democrats and one Republican—were in contested primaries, the fewest this decade.