ATLANTA – State Representative Calvin Smyre (D-Columbus) was recognized by the Georgia State Senate on February 19, 2014. The Senate honored Rep. Smyre with Senate Resolution 842, which commends him for his induction into the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame. Continue reading “Rep. Calvin Smyre Recognized by State Senate”
Rep. Scott Sponsors Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act
ATLANTA — State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) today announced the introduction of House Bill 1044, otherwise known as the Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act. Continue reading “Rep. Scott Sponsors Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act”
Rep. Lindsey Makes Do Pass Motion for Senate Resolution 371, Calls for Constitutional Convention
ATLANTA— On Monday, February 17, State Representative Edward Lindsey (R-Atlanta) made a Do Pass motion in the House Judiciary Committee meeting to send Senate Resolution 371 to the House floor for a vote. SR 371 was then passed out of the Rules Committee on Wednesday, February 19 and is now scheduled for debate on the floor of the House Thursday, February 20. Senate Resolution 371 calls for a constitutional convention to pass a federal balanced budget amendment. Continue reading “Rep. Lindsey Makes Do Pass Motion for Senate Resolution 371, Calls for Constitutional Convention”
Local Equine Champions Visit State Capitol and Rep. Paulette Rakestraw Braddock
ATLANTA – State Representative Paulette Rakestraw Braddock (R-Powder Springs) recently welcomed Kiersten Carlisle, Ansley Corley, Erin Corley and Emily Ellis at the State Capitol. The youth were recognized for their participation in state, regional, national and world championship horse shows as part of the Fifth Annual Equine Youth Day. Continue reading “Local Equine Champions Visit State Capitol and Rep. Paulette Rakestraw Braddock”
Rep. Lindsey Speaks in Favor of Safe Carry Protection Act
ATLANTA— State Representative Edward Lindsey (R-Atlanta) took to the well before the Georgia House of Representatives on Tuesday, February 18 and spoke in favor of House Bill 875, the Safe Carry Protection Act. HB 875 would primarily expand 2nd Amendment rights for current Georgia Weapons Carry license holders by increasing locations where those individuals can carry their weapons and emphasizing private property. Continue reading “Rep. Lindsey Speaks in Favor of Safe Carry Protection Act”