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Rep. Scott Hilton Applauds Final Passage of Distraction-Free Schools Legislation

ATLANTA – State Representative Scott Hilton (R-Peachtree Corners) today applauds the final passage of House Bill 340, the Distraction-Free Schools Act, legislation he sponsored that would require grades K-8 schools to implement policies to prevent students from accessing cell phones and other personal digital devices from the start until the end of the school day.

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House Majority Whip James Burchett Releases Statement in Support of Members of the Georgia House

ATLANTA – Georgia House Majority Caucus Whip James Burchett (R-Waycross) today issues the following statement:

“As a part time legislature, the Georgia General Assembly relies on state senators and state representatives who hold full time jobs in their communities, allowing them to support their families as they serve their neighbors. This structure ensures we stay connected to our communities at home year-round. 

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Rep. Carl Gilliard Applauds Unanimous House Passage of House Bill 762 Establishing the Savannah Music Commission

ATLANTA – Today, State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah) expressed his enthusiasm and support for the unanimous passage of House Bill 762, which would establish the Savannah Music Commission. The bill, which garnered unanimous support on the Local Calendar in the Georgia House of Representatives, aims to promote and enhance the Savannah music scene and provide benefits to the local entertainment and music industry.

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