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Governor Kemp Signs Legislation to Enhance Georgia’s Education System

Georgia Promise Scholarship Act Among Signed Legislation

ATLANTA – Today, Speaker of the House Jon Burns (R-Newington) and other legislators joined Governor Brian Kemp at Liberty Plaza in Atlanta, Ga. as he signed several bills into law to bolster Georgia’s education system. Gov. Kemp signed House Bills 318, 409, and 1122, as well as Senate Bills 233, 351, 395, and 464. Several of these legislative initiatives were identified as priorities by the House and Senate during the 2024 legislative session, including Senate Bill 233, the Georgia Promise Scholarship Act.

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Rep. Mack Jackson Celebrates Signing of Legislation Establishing Tax Credits for Rural Healthcare Professionals

ATLANTA – State Representative Mack Jackson (D-Sandersville) recently joined Governor Brian Kemp in Athens, Georgia as House Bill 82 was signed into law. Sponsored by Rep. Jackson, this legislation introduces a new tax credit of up to $5,000 for rural healthcare professionals, including physicians and dentists in rural counties, for up to five years of continuous practice.

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Rep. Jordan Ridley Urges Secretary of Homeland Security to Provide Greater Transparency in Reporting on Immigration in Georgia

ATLANTA – State Representative Jordan Ridley (R-Woodstock) recently sent a letter to Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas urging him to provide greater transparency in the department’s reporting regarding the screening, vetting and resettlement of noncitizens in Georgia.

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Addy’s Law Signed by Governor Kemp

ATLANTA – Today, State Representative Lauren Daniel (R-Locust Grove) joined Governor Brian Kemp as he signed House Bill 409, also known as Addy’s Law, in honor of Adalynn Pierce, an eight-year-old from Henry County tragically killed while crossing the road to board her school bus. Addy’s family, present at the signing, conveyed their deep appreciation to Rep. Daniel for her relentless advocacy in pushing forward this legislation.

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Rep. Lynn Smith Featured in Executive Spotlight in Marquis Who’s Who of Professional Women of 2023

ATLANTA – State Representative Lynn Smith (R-Newnan) was recently selected by global publisher Marquis Who’s Who to be featured in their recent publication titled Who’s Who of Professional Women 2023, a new series focusing on women of influence in the United States. In the collection of narratives, which highlights the achievements of experienced female professionals globally, based on their demonstrated leadership, accomplishments and success, Rep. Smith is singled out for the exclusive executive spotlight among the honorees. The goal of the collection of narratives is to ensure all women featured in the title have navigated their careers with ambition, professional resilience and strong determination.

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