Rhonda Burnough is a Democratic member of the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 77 since her election in 2016. Born on November 2, 1954, she is a retired educator and community advocate who defeated a 16-year incumbent and has since served without opposition. She serves on committees including Economic Development & Tourism, Governmental Affairs, Higher Education, and Small Business Development. Notable achievements include founding community organizations like 500 Men Standing in the GAP and 500 Women Standing in the GAP to promote family and community involvement; creating educational programs such as the DAY ONE initiative and Celebrity Reader program; receiving the 2013 National Community and Service Award and 2012 Gold Volunteer Service Award from President Barack Obama; and collaborating on "Legacy Letters" to document Black women elected in Clayton County.

Education and Political Experience

Burnough earned a Specialist Degree in Leadership and was active in the National Alliance of Black School Educators. Her career as a public school administrator in Clayton County focused on enriching student education through innovative programs. Politically, she began advocating for Clayton County before her 2016 election to the Georgia House, sworn in January 9, 2017. She has served under leaders like Stacey Abrams and recently resigned as head of the Clayton County Legislative Delegation. She is running for re-election in the 2026 Georgia Primary.