Matt Barton
Rep · Republican · District 5 · GA

Where they stand
Every rated House member for the selected period — dots are members, the shaded band is the middle 50% of each party, the tick is the party median.
Trend vs. medians
Matt Barton's score per year against the House, party, and statewide medians (rated members only).
By issue category
Matt Barton vs. the Republican median and the House median, per issue category.
Standout votes
Votes where Matt Barton broke from the Republican majority in the House.
▸Detailed score tables
Year
Score
Role
Party
Dist.
Year
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rep. Matt Barton's voting record?
Rep. Matt Barton (R-GA-5) earned a 86% ILA score for 2024, clearing the 80% benchmark for alignment with limited-government principles. Matt Barton was named a Defender of Limited Government by ILA for 2024, an award given to lawmakers scoring 80–89% on the ILA scorecard. Across 2 years rated, Matt Barton's lifetime ILA score averages 65%. Matt Barton represents the 5th District in the Georgia House of Representatives.
How aligned is Matt Barton with limited-government principles?
Matt Barton earned a 86% ILA score in 2024 and was named a Defender of Limited Government by ILA. Matt Barton cleared the 80% benchmark for alignment with limited-government principles.
What is Matt Barton's ILA score?
Matt Barton has a 86% ILA score for 2024. Across 2 years rated, Matt Barton's lifetime average is 65%.
Has Matt Barton received recognition from ILA?
Matt Barton was named a Defender of Limited Government by ILA for 2024, given to lawmakers scoring 80–89% on the ILA scorecard.