Gov. Nathan Deal congratulated Secretary Tom Price on his confirmation as the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services. Deal called for a special election on April 18 to fill the seat for the 6th Congressional District, from which Price resigned. Qualifying begins Monday, Feb. 13.
 
“My congratulations to Secretary Tom Price on his confirmation,” said Deal. “I look forward to continuing to work with my good friend and former colleague on behalf of Georgians. This special election will ensure that the residents of the 6th Congressional District have a voice and a vote.”
 
Read the Writ of Election here.
 
Dates of interest:

Monday, Feb. 13 – Wednesday, Feb. 15:  Qualifying Period

Tuesday, April 18:  Special Election

Tuesday, June 20:  Runoff Election