Allen, Rick W.

Rick W. Allen has represented Georgia's 12th congressional district since 2015. A graduate of Auburn University with a degree in building construction, he spent decades in the private sector as a project manager and founder of an Augusta-based construction company. He entered Congress after winning a high-profile 2014 election against a long-term incumbent, largely self-funding his primary campaign. He represents a Republican-leaning district in East Central Georgia and has been re-elected to successive terms with consistent majority support.

In the House, Allen holds significant roles on the Committee on Education and the Workforce, where he serves as Chair of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions. He is also a member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, participating in subcommittees focused on communications, technology, and oversight. His legislative priorities often involve regulatory reform and industry support, evidenced by his sponsorship of bills like the PBM Kickback Prohibition Act and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act.

Throughout his tenure, Allen has been a staunch supporter of conservative policies, including the 2017 tax cuts and various immigration restrictions. He has frequently drawn attention for his religious views, which he often cites when discussing policy or social issues. Notably, he was among the House Republicans who objected to the certification of the 2020 presidential election results. Rather than traditional in-person town halls, he maintains constituent communication primarily through telephone-based forums.