USAState & local legislatureRepublican PartyGeorgia · 51st DistrictMember of the Georgia State Senate
Steve Gooch
Profile
Steve Gooch is an American politician currently serving as a member of the Georgia State Senate representing the 51st District. First elected to the Senate in 2010, he previously held the position of Senate Majority Leader from 2023 to 2025. Throughout his tenure, he has served in various leadership roles, including as majority whip. In 2026, Gooch unsuccessfully campaigned for the Republican nomination for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia. His legislative work includes co-sponsoring bills such as S.B. 390, which sought to restrict government funding for libraries affiliated with the American Library Association.
Details
- Born
- February 25, 1967 · 59 years old
- Birth place
- , U.S.
- Education
- University of North Georgia ( BS , MPA )
