Mandi Ballinger
American politician (1975–2025)
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Mandi Lia Ballinger (April 14, 1975 – October 12, 2025) was an American politician from Georgia who was a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 23.[1]
Mandi Ballinger | |
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| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 23rd district | |
| In office January 14, 2013 – October 12, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Mark Hamilton |
| Succeeded by | Bill Fincher |
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| Born | April 14, 1975 |
| Died | October 12, 2025 (aged 50) |
| Party | Republican |
Early life
Ballinger grew up in Cherokee County, Georgia.[2]
Career
Ballinger started her career working at a domestic violence shelter, later working as a victim advocate at a district attorney's office.[2] She later helped to found a child advocacy center.[2]
In 2012, Ballinger was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives to represent District 23.[2] During her period in office, she served as chair of the House Judiciary Juvenile Committee.[2] She also served as vice chair of the House Rules Committee, filling in as interim chair following the death of Richard H. Smith in January 2024.[3]
Personal life
Political views
Domestic issues
Ballinger was a supporter of the Second Amendment.[2] In 2017, she supported legislation that allowed students to carry concealed firearms on college campuses.[2] In 2022, she carried a bill that would allow people to carry concealed handguns without a license.[2]
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