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Rep. Rhonda Taylor, Black Voters Matter to Hold Press Conference Tomorrow

*Editor’s Note: The location of today’s press conference has changed. The press conference till now take place TODAY, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 12:15 p.m. on the first floor of the State Capitol.

ATLANTA – State Representative Rhonda Taylor (D-Conyers), along with Black Voters Matter, will hold a press conference TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 12:15 p.m. at the South Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol.

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Rep. Sandra Scott Introduces “Healthy Food Program Development Act” to Address Access to Healthy Foods

ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) recently introduced House Bill 321, or the “Healthy Food Program Development Act,” legislation which would create a state program to expand access to healthy foods in communities with “food deserts.”

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Rep. Mandisha Thomas Welcomes USDA State Executive Director Arthur Tripp Jr. as Chaplain of the Day for Georgia House of Representatives

ATLANTA – State Representative Mandisha Thomas (D-South Fulton) welcomed Arthur Tripp Jr. as he served as the “Chaplain of the Day” for the Georgia House of Representatives on Monday, March 6, 2023.

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Rep. Angela Moore Introduces Constitutional Amendment to Extend General Assembly Terms to Four Years

ATLANTA – State Representative Angela Moore (D-Decatur) recently introduced House Resolution 212, legislation which would extend the legislative term for members of the Georgia General Assembly to four years starting in 2026. Rep. Moore issued the following statement regarding HR 212:

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House Passes Rep. Mike Cameron’s Legislation to Modify Unemployment Insurance Contributions, Create New Incest Crime

ATLANTA – State Representative Mike Cameron (R-Rossville) today announced that the Georgia House of Representatives recently passed House bills 518 and 327 on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Sponsored by Rep. Cameron, HB 518 would modify the required rate of unemployment insurance contributions that go toward the Georgia Department of Labor; HB 327 would create a new crime for an incestuous relationship between a step-grandparent and step-grandchild.

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