ATLANTA – State Representative Jutt Howard (R-Carrollton) was recently nominated by Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to participate in the 21st Annual Emerging Legislative Leaders Program, which will take place at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business from July 7 – 10, 2025. This program is designed for legislators who have recently begun their careers in public service and who demonstrate the skills and aptitude to attain positions of greater political responsibility.
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ATLANTA – Today, House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) joined members of the House as Governor Brian Kemp signed several House education priorities into law that strengthen school security and ensure fairness in girls’ sports.
Continue reading “Speaker Jon Burns Applauds Signature of the Riley Gaines Act and Comprehensive School Safety Plan”Rep. Bethany Ballard to Hold Press Interviews Following Education Bill Signing at State Capitol
ATLANTA – State Representative Bethany Ballard (R-Warner Robins) will hold press interviews following Governor Kemp’s education bills signing on MONDAY, April 28, 2025, immediately following the bill signing at the North Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Karen Lupton (D–Chamblee) recently announced the launch of a forensic strangulation exam pilot program now active at Bridging Hope in Gainesville, Georgia. The initiative, supported through Georgia’s Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, allocates $60,000 to each of seven selected sites across the state, including Bridging Hope, to provide critical care for victims of non-fatal strangulation.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta), alongside City of Hapeville Mayor Alan Hallman, Councilmembers Brett Reichert (Councilman At-Large), Mark Adams (Councilman-Ward I), Mike Rast (Alderman) and Chloe Alexander (Councilman-Ward II), recently celebrated the unveiling of the city of Hapeville’s Purple Heart signage.
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