Emory Dunahoo, Jr. is a Republican representing District 31 in the Georgia House of Representatives. A retired businessman and entrepreneur in poultry sales and logistics from Gillsville, he has lived in North Georgia for over 54 years, where he raised his family. Married to Elaine since 1981, they have three grown children and seven grandchildren. Dunahoo is known for community involvement, including J.A.K.E.S. Day outreach for children , Challenged Child, Men's Outdoor Ministry, and annual mission trips. Notable positions include Vice Chairman of the Game, Fish & Parks Committee and State Properties Committee, and member of Agriculture & Consumer Affairs, Appropriations, Banks & Banking, Human Relations & Aging, and others. He exhibits strong conservative alignment, with a 2024 score of 89.47%.

Education and Political Experience

Education details are not specified in available records. Politically, Dunahoo first won a special election in 2011 from a field of seven challengers, motivated by the need for continued conservative representation. Sworn in on December 14, 2011, he is now serving his sixth term, delivering on constituent interests over 11+ years in the Georgia House.