Catherine Morris
Georgia State House District 119

A problem solver, not a politician.

A Problem Solver, Not a Politician

I'm a working mom of two daughters in the Barrow County school system, and like so many families in our district, I know firsthand the challenges we're facing.

The status quo no longer works for the majority of hard-working families in our area. The cost of living continues to rise at untenable rates, healthcare and housing have become increasingly unaffordable, and our schools remain underfunded and unsafe. No parent should have to worry about whether their children have enough to eat or will be safe at school on any given day.

I am not a politician at heart, but a passionate and capable problem solver. I've spent over 20 years in public service and non-profit work, dedicated to lifting families out of poverty through practical and sustainable solutions.

20+ Years Public Service
Results-Driven
Barrow County Mom

Ready to Deliver Results

I currently serve as the Director of Planning, Reporting and Analytics at an international non-profit, where I lead strategies to help our organization thrive and expand our impact—even in the face of today's challenging funding environment.

This work has taught me how to navigate complex systems, build coalitions, and deliver results, all while maximizing limited resources—exactly the skills we need in the State House.

20+
Years in Public Service & Non-Profit Work
2
Daughters in Barrow County Schools

"I am running to represent each and every one of you—across party, generational, and income lines. Your struggles are not invisible. Your voice matters. Because you matter."

— Catherine Morris

What I'm Fighting For

Practical solutions for the real challenges facing Georgia families.

Economic Equality & Growth

Right now, too many families and individuals are working harder than ever but falling further behind as wages remain stagnant and costs continue to rise at unsustainable rates. Meanwhile, economic wealth is becoming increasingly concentrated at the top.

That's not the American Dream we deserve. We deserve more, including:

  • A fair minimum wage, so that none of us working full-time lives in poverty.
  • Economic growth and prosperity that spawns access to good and fair economic opportunities for each of us.
  • Lower taxes for the majority of us, by implementing fair tax rates and rules and eliminating corporate tax loopholes.
  • A strong safety net that catches each of us when unexpected hard times hit and helps guide us back to stability.

Together, let's reshape our economy so that it works for all of us—not just the wealthy few. Not just the lucky few. Let me help you make your own luck by fighting for common-sense policies that keep the playing field fair. Because each of us matter. Because YOU matter.

Family Well-Being

Being a parent today is harder than ever. Between rising costs, constant digital distractions, and growing concerns about safety, education, and mental health, we are being asked to do more with less—less time, less support, and less money.

In our overwhelm-induced absence, others with more time, money and support are making decisions that affect us and our children on our behalf without consulting us. That's why it's more important than ever for parents to have a real voice—and a real partner—in shaping the future of our community.

Families deserve more. You deserve:

  • Equitable and affordable access to maternal healthcare, as women in one of the most advanced healthcare systems in the world deserve the right to safe and dignified pregnancy, birth, and post-partum experiences.
  • Generous paid family leave to ensure both the well-being of new parents and the proper care of our children in those critical, early months and years.
  • Affordable childcare throughout the year, so parents can stop worrying about how to make the impossible happen when school isn't in session.
  • Equal pay for equal work, so no family is at a disadvantage.
  • More financial and policy support for our children, our teachers, and our administrators in the Barrow and Jackson County school systems.
  • An environment where each of our children can grow up safe, healthy, and free to pursue their potential.

When you invest in parents, you're investing in both the foundation and the future of our community. A supported parent becomes a supportive parent who goes on to raise healthy, well-adjusted children, who themselves go on to become wonderful neighbors and productive members of our community. Because each family matters. Because YOU matter.

Affordable High-Quality Healthcare

Healthcare is a human right—not a privilege. Yet more than 13% of Barrow County residents and 12% of Jackson County residents lack health insurance—rates higher than both the state and national averages. This means that more than 1 in 10 of our neighbors are without basic health protections and face financial devastation in the case of a health emergency.

Every member of our community deserves access to affordable, high-quality preventative and emergency care, regardless of insurance, employment, or income status. You deserve:

  • Lower healthcare costs—from preventative visits to prescriptions. No one should have to ration insulin or skip cancer screenings because of cost.
  • Increased access to quality care—Our rural communities face provider shortages and long travel distances to specialists. We need to strengthen our local healthcare infrastructure and support our rural hospitals.
  • Insurance that isn't tied to your job—You shouldn't lose your coverage when you lose your job, start a business, or retire early. Small business owners shouldn't have to choose between offering insurance and keeping their doors open.

None of us should have to skip doctor visits or ration life-saving medications because of affordability. No Georgian should live one health emergency away from poverty—especially not in a country with one of the world's most advanced healthcare systems.

Together, let's fight for our right to quality healthcare, starting with expanded Medicaid in Georgia. This single action would:

  • Provide coverage to thousands of working families in our district who fall into the coverage gap
  • Bring hundreds of millions in federal dollars back to Georgia—money our taxpayers are already sending to Washington
  • Stabilize our rural hospitals and create jobs in healthcare
  • Give our local businesses relief from crushing insurance costs

Your health and well-being make up the backbone of our community, so our community should have your back. Because YOU matter.

Because You Matter

Every conversation counts. Every door knocked brings us closer. Be part of something bigger.

Catherine Morris

We'd Love to Hear From You

Have questions? Want to volunteer? Looking for a yard sign? Drop us a line.

morrisforgeorgia@gmail.com
District 119, Georgia