Who has the authority to call a special session of the Georgia General Assembly?

The authority to call a special session of the Georgia General Assembly lies with the Governor. This power is granted by the Georgia Constitution, which allows the Governor to convene the General Assembly outside of its regular session when necessary. Special sessions are typically called to address specific issues or emergencies that cannot wait until the next regular session.

In Georgia, the ability of the Governor to initiate a special session provides a mechanism for prompt legislative response, ensuring that state governance can adapt to urgent matters. The other officials listed do not hold the same authority; the Chief Justice serves the judicial branch and has no legislative calling power, while the Speaker of the House and the Lieutenant Governor have roles that focus on their respective chambers but cannot unilaterally convene the General Assembly.