Not all Georgia lawmakers want a raise. But for others, the $22k salary isn’t enough

State lawmakers gathered at the Capitol on the first day of the legislative session, Jan. 9, 2023. (Matthew Pearson/WABE)

Updated March 30 at 9:40 a.m.

State lawmakers just might be the only people who would ever deny a pay raise.

This year, Georgia state senators and representatives are earning a salary of $22,342. They also receive a per diem, or daily allowance, of $247 during the session.