Rob Clifton

Rob Clifton is an American politician, businessman, and a member of the member of the Georgia House of Representatives for the 131st district since January 13, 2025.^[1] This district comprises a portion of Columbia County, Georgia, and the City of Evans.^[2] The district has a population of around 61,000 people.^[2]

Rob Clifton
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 131st district
Incumbent
Assumed office January 13, 2025
Preceded by	Jodi Lott
Personal details
Born	23 October Augusta, Georgia
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Lauren Clifton
Children	2
Alma mater	Auburn University
Website	https://www.legis.ga.gov/members/house/5080?session=1033

Clifton currently serves on the Economic Development and Tourism, Interstate Cooperation and Transportation committees.

Elections

2024

On November 5, 2024, Clifton defeated Democrat opponent Heather White in the general election.

General election for Georgia House of Representatives District 131, 2024

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Rob Clifton	21,351	65.1%	N/A
	Democratic	Heather White	11,466	34.9%	+34.9
Total votes			32,817	100.0%

Clifton defeated fellow Republican Paul Abbott in the June 18, 2024 runoff election after no candidate secured a majority in the primary election.^[3]

Republican primary runoff for Georgia House of Representatives District 131, 2024

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Rob Clifton	1,561	73.3%	+24.5
	Republican	Paul Abbott	569	26.7%	+7.9
Total votes			2,130	100.0%

Republican primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 131, 2024

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Rob Clifton	1,887	48.8%	N/A
	Republican	Paul Abbott	728	18.8%	N/A
	Republican	Russell Wilder	674	17.4%	N/A
	Republican	Benjamin Cairns	333	8.6%	N/A
	Republican	David Byrne	247	6.4%	N/A
Total votes			3,869	100.0%

Legislative positions and appointments

House Majority Whip James Burchett appointed Clifton to the 2025–26 Majority Whip Team.^[4] This group of Republican legislators educates and coordinates legislators of their party to advance key initiatives within the House of Representatives.^[5] He also sits on the House Study Committee on Affordability & Accessibility of Georgia’s Legitimation Process, which investigates methods to ensure Georgia's legitimation process is open to all.^[6]

Political beliefs

Clifton maintains conservative political beliefs, and wants to "represent [the District] and the conservatives of Columbia County."^[7] He stated he wants to "hold true to what [his] county is" and avoid liberalization as Columbia County urbanizes.^[7]

Abortion

Clifton is "pro-life".^[7] On an April 1, 2024 candidate survey conducted by Georgia Life Alliance, Clifton stated abortion should be illegal in all instances.^[8] He supports the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (2022) and Georgia's "Heartbeat Bill".^[8]

Immigration

Clifton is a member of the Pro-Enforcement Immigration Caucus, a legislative caucus "dedicated to strengthening immigration enforcement and ensuring the rule of law is upheld throughout Georgia"^[9][10] The Caucus supports increased cooperation and information-sharing with federal immigration agencies, like United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).^[9]

Law enforcement

On February 6, 2025, Clifton sponsored HB 309, which would require county governments to receive majority public support in a ballot referendum before a county police force may be abolished.^[11]

Personal life

Clifton is a father of two, and is the CEO of SD Clifton Construction.^[7][12][13]

Clifton is a member of the Journey Community Church.^[7]