ATLANTA – State Representative Jordan Ridley (R-Woodstock) recently introduced House Bill 35, legislation that would revise compensation for private attorneys appointed to act as District Attorney Pro Tempore.
Continue reading “Rep. Jordan Ridley Introduces Legislation to Revise Compensation for Private Attorneys Appointed to Act as District Attorney Pro Tempore”GUEST EDITORIAL: I Refuse to Limit the Service I Provide My Employers
By State Representative Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain)
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On January 13, 2025, I took an oath of office, swearing to uphold the Georgia Constitution and the Constitution of the United States. It was a profound moment, with my hand resting on the Bible held by my mother. But almost immediately, I was presented with a rule that directly conflicted with the promise I had just made to serve my constituents without compromise.
Continue reading “GUEST EDITORIAL: I Refuse to Limit the Service I Provide My Employers”Rep. Jasmine Clark Elected Chair of Chair of Gwinnett County House Delegation
ATLANTA – On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, State Representative Jasmine Clark (D-Lilburn) was elected chair of the Gwinnett County House Delegation. Rep. Clark is the first woman, and the first Black woman, to hold the position. Additionally, State Representative Segun Adeyina (D-Grayson) was selected as vice chair, and State Representative Arlene Becks (D-Norcross) was appointed secretary of the delegation.
Continue reading “Rep. Jasmine Clark Elected Chair of Chair of Gwinnett County House Delegation”Asian American Pacific Islander Caucus to Host Lunar New Year Day at State Capitol
ATLANTA – Members of the Legislative Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Caucus will host Lunar New Year Day at the State Capitol on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, from 12 – 1 p.m. at the South Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.
Continue reading “Asian American Pacific Islander Caucus to Host Lunar New Year Day at State Capitol”Rep. Park Cannon to Host Doula Day via Zoom Today
ATLANTA – State Representative Park Cannon (D-Atlanta), Secretary of the Georgia House Democratic Caucus (GHDC), will host Doula Day at the State Capitol on Thursday, January 23, 2025. As part of Doula Day, Rep. Cannon will also host a press conference on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at the South Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.
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