ATLANTA – State Representative Jason Spencer (R-Woodbine) today announced that House Bill 17, the Hidden Predator Act, was signed into law by Governor Nathan Deal. Sponsored by Rep. Spencer, HB 17 changes Georgia’s statute of limitations for child sexual abuse cases. Continue reading “Governor Signs Hidden Predator Act into Law”
Rep. Tanner’s Legislation Signed into Law by Governor Deal
ATLANTA—State Representative Kevin Tanner (R–Dawsonville) commented today on Governor Nathan Deal signing into law House Bill 62, which allows for scholarship exemptions for special needs children of active duty military personnel in Georgia. Continue reading “Rep. Tanner’s Legislation Signed into Law by Governor Deal”
Writing a New Chapter for Our Schools: It’s time to Restructure Our Education System
On May 22, my youngest child will graduate from high school, and I am ecstatic to see her turn that tassel and move on to her next chapter in life. Continue reading “Writing a New Chapter for Our Schools: It’s time to Restructure Our Education System”
Rep. Scot Turner Comments on Autism Coverage Bill Signing
ATLANTA — State Representative Scot Turner (R-Holly Springs) today commented on the bill signing of House Bill 429 by Governor Deal. Gov. Deal signed HB 429 into law today, which includes the autism coverage requirement known as Ava’s Law. Continue reading “Rep. Scot Turner Comments on Autism Coverage Bill Signing”
Bills Sponsored by Rep. Dempsey Receive Final Passage
ATLANTA— State Representative Katie Dempsey (R-Rome) announced today the final passage of House Bills 198, 288, 443, 567, and 568 during the 2015 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly. These pieces of legislation, which were all sponsored by Rep. Dempsey, will now be considered by Governor Nathan Deal. Continue reading “Bills Sponsored by Rep. Dempsey Receive Final Passage”