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Representative Austin Scott to Discuss House Legislation Addressing the State’s Involvement in National Healthcare Reform

ATLANTA- State Representative Austin Scott (R-Tifton) and other members of the House will hold a press conference TODAY, Friday, March 26, 2010 at 1:00 PM in the third floor media alcove of the State Capitol.  During the press conference, Representative Scott will discuss a resolution regarding the Attorney General of Georgia and national healthcare reform. Continue reading “

Representative Austin Scott to Discuss House Legislation Addressing the State’s Involvement in National Healthcare Reform

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Fannin County Declared Trout Capital of Georgia
Georgia House of Representatives recognizes north Georgia county for trout waters

ATLANTA- The Georgia House of Representatives this week passed House Resolution 1773 declaring Fannin County the Trout Capital of Georgia.  The 13 bodies of water, designated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources as trout waters, are home to rainbow, brown, and brook trout, offering numerous fishing opportunities for anglers. Continue reading “

Fannin County Declared Trout Capital of Georgia
Georgia House of Representatives recognizes north Georgia county for trout waters

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State Representative Penny Houston Welcomes Teacher of the Year to Georgia House

ATLANTA — State Representative Penny Houston (R-Nashville) welcomed Gwen Desselle to the Georgia House of Representatives on March 10, 2010.  During the visit, Representative Houston led the Georgia House of Representatives in passing House Resolution 1495, congratulating Desselle for being named the 2010 Georgia Teacher of the Year. Continue reading “

State Representative Penny Houston Welcomes Teacher of the Year to Georgia House

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Georgia House Passes Legislation to Allow Upgrade of Public Radio Systems

ATLANTA- The Georgia House of Representatives today passed House Bill 1321 by a vote of 168-1.  Sponsored by State Representative Ben Harbin (R-Evans), HB 1321 only affects Georgia counties that have a fully-funded 911 system that is capable of identifying the exact location of all wireless and land line carriers within their service area.  The bill allows those counties to use any remaining fee revenue generated by the Emergency Telephone System Fund to upgrade their public radio system. Continue reading “

Georgia House Passes Legislation to Allow Upgrade of Public Radio Systems

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Georgia House of Representatives Passes Legislation to Bring Physicians to Rural Communities

ATLANTA- The Georgia House of Representatives today passed House Bill 866 by a vote of 147-4.  Sponsored by State Representative Stephen Allison (R-Blairsville), HB 866 allows the State Medical Education Board to match grants to rural communities for the purpose of encouraging physicians to work in underserved areas. Continue reading “

Georgia House of Representatives Passes Legislation to Bring Physicians to Rural Communities

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