ATLANTA – The video “A Hero’s Salute – Staff Sgt. John Beale” has been chosen to receive the George Washington Honor Medal at this year’s Freedoms Foundation National Awards Program. Over 3 million people have viewed the video, created and posted online by state Representative Steve Davis (R-McDonough). Freedoms Foundation selected this video for their prestigious award because it promotes an understanding and appreciation for our country’s rich heritage and unique freedoms. Continue reading ““A Hero’s Salute” Awarded George Washington Honor Medal”
1 Plus 1 Still Equals 2
I’ve read the articles about the threat Houston County officials have made to fine and jail parents who are allegedly signing affidavits in desperation to get their children a quality education. While it’s easy to debate about the legality of these parents’ actions, critics and Houston County officials are missing the two critical points here. Continue reading “1 Plus 1 Still Equals 2”
Statement from Rep. Donna Sheldon on Appointment to Water Contingency Task Force
ATLANTA – Today House Speaker Glenn Richardson named Representative Donna Sheldon (R- Dacula) to the Governor’s newly created Water Contingency Task Force. Continue reading “Statement from Rep. Donna Sheldon on Appointment to Water Contingency Task Force”
Rep. Hill Announces House Office to be Closed 3 Days
ATLANTA – As part of the three furlough days being taken by state employees by the end of this year, all House and Senate offices will be closed on September 8, October 9, and November 25, 2009. These furlough days will affect the state Representatives and Senators as well as the General Assembly staff. Continue reading “Rep. Hill Announces House Office to be Closed 3 Days”
House Transportation Committee Approves Todd Long as First GDOT Director of Planning
ATLANTA – Today the House Transportation Committee approved Todd Long as the first Director of Planning at the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). The recommendation came in a unanimous vote following a hearing of the full committee on Governor Sonny Perdue’s recent appointee. Continue reading “House Transportation Committee Approves Todd Long as First GDOT Director of Planning”