Georgia Senate Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) recently announced the appointment of Caleb Rudin as his new Chief of Staff, effective July 16.
What is Caleb Rudin known for? Rudin joins the Majority Leader’s office after serving as Manager of State Affairs for the American Chemistry Council, where he represented the chemical manufacturing industry before state legislatures across a 12-state region in the Southeast.
In that role, he advocated on issues impacting manufacturing, domestic competition, energy and infrastructure. He also served as an expert on policy panels and regularly engaged with regulatory agencies on legislative matters.
What key figures are saying:
- Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte: “Caleb brings a unique combination of legislative experience, policy expertise and strategic leadership to this role. He understands both the legislative process and the issues that matter most to Georgia families. Having previously served on staff in the Georgia Senate, he knows this institution well, and I have every confidence he will be an outstanding asset to our office and to the members of the Senate Republican Caucus.”
- Newly-Appointed Chief of Staff Caleb Rudin:“I’m honored to return to the Georgia State Senate and serve Majority Leader Anavitarte in this new capacity. I look forward to working alongside the members of the Senate Republican Caucus and our dedicated staff as we continue advancing policies that strengthen Georgia’s economy, protect our communities and keep our state the best place to live, work and raise a family.”
Further Context: A native of Canton, Georgia, Rudin earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of North Georgia.
He and his wife are raising their four children in Cherokee County, where they are active members of St. Michael’s Church in Woodstock and are actively involved in their local community.
Rudin succeeds Ben Jarrard, who is departing the Georgia Senate to pursue an opportunity in the private sector.
During his tenure as Chief of Staff, Jarrard built a notable reputation after playing an instrumental role in advancing the Majority Leader’s legislative priorities and supporting the work of the Senate Republican Caucus.
