CANTON, Ga. - Georgia State Representative Mandi Ballinger has died, according to Governor Brian Kemp.

What they're saying:

Speaker of the House Jon Burns said Ballinger passed away Sunday after a long battle with cancer.

Burns described Ballinger as a fierce advocate for children and survivors of domestic violence.

"While her leadership and impact extended far beyond the walls of the Capitol, Chairlady Ballinger will be greatly missed by each of us who had the profound honor of serving alongside her, and all those who knew and loved her," Burns said.

Governor Kemp posted on social media, offering condolences to Ballinger’s family and calling her a "passionate leader who was respected across the political aisle as an advocate for justice."

Ballinger is survived by her husband, Stat

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