ATLANTA – The House Committee on Assignments, chaired by Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge), announced committee assignments for the 2017-2018 term. Continue reading “The House Committee on Assignments Announces Committee Assignments for the 2017-2018 Legislative Term”
Rep. Waites to Introduce Anti-Shackling Legislation
ATLANTA – State Representative Keisha Waites (D-Atlanta) recently pre-filed House Bill 8 for the 2017 legislative session, legislation that would prohibit the use of restraints, including handcuffs and shackles, on pregnant inmates during labor, delivery or post-delivery recovery. Continue reading “Rep. Waites to Introduce Anti-Shackling Legislation”
Rep. Chuck Martin to Continue to Serve House District 49; Will Not Be a Candidate for the Sixth Congressional District
ATLANTA – State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta) announced today that he will continue to serve as state representative for House District 49. He issued the following comment: Continue reading “Rep. Chuck Martin to Continue to Serve House District 49; Will Not Be a Candidate for the Sixth Congressional District”
David Ralston Re-elected as Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives
ATLANTA — David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) has again been re-elected as Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives. Ralston was first elected as Speaker in January 2010 and serves as the 73rd Speaker of the House. Continue reading “David Ralston Re-elected as Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives”
Rep. Waites to Re-Introduce Poker Room Legislation
ATLANTA— State Representative Keisha Waites (D-Atlanta) will re-introduce the “Casino Poker Room” bill during the 2017 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly. Originally introduced during the 2015 session, this legislation would create a referendum allowing voters to decide on the legalization of poker rooms in select entertainment districts in Georgia. Continue reading “Rep. Waites to Re-Introduce Poker Room Legislation”