Penny Reynolds

Government Reform Expand early voting sites and accessible voting centers across counties. Economy Prioritize Georgia’s farmers and agricultural enterprises as small business stakeholders. Government Reform Make the Secretary of State’s office even more transparent and accountable through modern tools. Trust isn’t given, it’s earned through openness. Government Reform Offer priority processing for critical professions including: nurses, teachers, contractors, and social workers. Government Reform Address licensing inefficiencies, reduce backlogs, and modernize application processes. Government Reform Ensure free, fair, and accessible elections for all eligible Georgians, regardless of zip code, race, age, or political affiliation. As a former judge and lawyer, I will advocate for clear, fair election rules that empower voters. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Expand public education efforts around cybersecurity and scam prevention. Economy Streamline business formation processes for faster startup to make it easier to start and grow a business in Georgia. Offer responsive, plain-language guidance that demystifies regulations. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Partner with law enforcement and nonprofit coalitions to launch a Statewide Fraud Protection Campaign. Government Reform Prioritize cybersecurity and data protection in all areas of the Secretary of State’s digital infrastructure. Economy Remove unnecessary hurdles for small business growth, especially in rural areas. Economy Launch a “Business Access Georgia” digital dashboard with live support, status tracking, and help for first-time entrepreneurs. Economy Expand outreach & resources via mobile business fairs in counties. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Use the office’s regulatory authority to investigate and prevent fraudulent licensing and elder exploitation.