Senator Elena Parent, Chair of the Senate Minority Caucus, and Representative Saira Draper, both Democrats from Atlanta, are set to hold a press conference to discuss proposed legislation on mid-cycle redistricting reform in Georgia. The event is scheduled for Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. on the South Steps of the Georgia State Capitol. The public is invited to attend.
The lawmakers will address several bills related to the redistricting process: Senate Bill 114, Senate Resolution 58, Senate Resolution 558, and House Resolution 1033.
Media representatives planning to cover the event are asked to confirm their attendance in advance by contacting SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
Senator Elena Parent serves as Minority Caucus Chair and represents the 44th Senate District, which includes parts of Clayton and DeKalb counties. She can be reached by phone at (404) 656-5109 or by email at Elena.Parent@senate.ga.gov.
State Senator John F. Kennedy has played a significant role in legislative sponsorship and committee work during his time as a state senator, according to his official website. Kennedy has held leadership positions such as President Pro Tempore and chair of the Administrative Affairs Committee. He also served as an ex-officio member on committees including Ethics, Finance, Health and Human Services, and Rules. Kennedy represented Georgia’s 18th District since being sworn into office on January 12, 2015. His professional background includes practicing law and studying at Mercer University.