ATLANTA – The Georgia House of Representatives’ Committee on Assignments recently named State Representative Mark Newton (R-Augusta) as Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education. Furthermore, Rep. Newton applauds the $99.8 million in proposed funding in Governor Kemp’s Amended Fiscal Year 2025 Budget for the design and construction of a healthcare research building at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.
“Representing both Columbia and Richmond counties in the State House is such a privilege, and I’m honored that the Speaker and the Committee on Assignments have chosen me to serve as Appropriations Chairman for Higher Education,” said Rep. Newton. “Our entire delegation in both counties is so grateful that Governor Kemp has recognized the pivotal role our area plays in both providing healthcare and training future physicians and caregivers. In doing so, Governor Kemp has made a significant commitment to our region and state.”
The House Committee on Assignments, chaired by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington), is charged with making all House committee assignments for the members of the Georgia House of Representatives.
The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education assists with drafting budgets, specifically budgetary items related to post-secondary and higher education.
As part of Gov. Kemp’s recently proposed Amended Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, $99.8 million in funds would be appropriated to the Medical College of Georgia to then be allocated for the funding of a healthcare research building.
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Representative Mark Newton represents the citizens of District 127, which includes portions of Columbia and Richmond counties. He was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2020 and currently serves as Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education. He also serves on the Defense and Veterans Affairs, Health, Rules, Small Business Development, Transportation, Urban Affairs and Ways and Means committees.
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