ATLANTA- State Representative Tom Graves (R-Ranger) released the following statement on the one year anniversary of the $787 billion stimulus package being signed into law: Continue reading “Graves Statement on the One Year Anniversary of the “Stimulus””
Representative Geisinger Introduces Horse Racing Legislation
ATLANTA —State Representative Harry Geisinger (R-Roswell) announces today his filing of House Bill 1168, which would establish the Georgia Racing Commission and provide a system of regulations for pari-mutuel wagering on horse racing in the state of Georgia. Continue reading “
Representative Geisinger Introduces Horse Racing Legislation
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Rep. Oliver Announces Legislation to Extend Credit for Time Served
ATLANTA — State Representative Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur) has introduced House Bill 1144, which will allow juveniles to receive credit for time served while being held in detention. Under current law, adults receive such credit, but juveniles do not. Continue reading “Rep. Oliver Announces Legislation to Extend Credit for Time Served”
Rep. Dollar Introduces Legislation
ATLANTA — State Representative Matt Dollar (R-Marietta) introduced this week House Bill 1097 – legislation that will prevent schools in Georgia from starting their academic school year before the third full week of August. Continue reading “Rep. Dollar Introduces Legislation”
Representative Powell Introduces Legislation to Provide Freeport Tax Exemptions
ATLANTA — State Representative Jay Powell (R-Camilla) introduced House Bill 1082 last week – legislation aimed at allowing local governments to expand Freeport ad valorem exemptions to all types of business inventory. Continue reading “Representative Powell Introduces Legislation to Provide Freeport Tax Exemptions”