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ATLANTA – State Representative Charlice Byrd (R-Woodstock) has co-sponsored House Bill 668, legislation pre-filed this week by Rep. Jason Spencer (R-Woodbine) that would require applicants seeking cash assistance through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to pass a drug test before receiving any public funds.
ATLANTA – State Representative Jason Spencer (R-Woodbine) today announced plans to introduce legislation that would require applicants seeking cash assistance through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to pass a drug test before receiving any public funds. The proposed legislation would only affect TANF and would have no effect on the Supplemental Nutrition …
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Georgians Ride & Rally in Support of Alternative Transportation
ATLANTA — State Representative Wendell Willard (R-Sandy Springs) and other members of the Georgia House of Representatives yesterday were proud to host the fifth annual Georgia Rides to the Capitol event. The event was held to raise support for House Bill 988, legislation introduced by Willard that would require three feet of safe passing space …
Georgians Ride & Rally in Support of Alternative Transportation
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House Passes Legislation to Extend Credit for Time Served to Juveniles
ATLANTA — The Georgia House of Representatives today passed House Bill 1144 by a vote of 118-34. Sponsored by Representative Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur), HB 1144 allows juveniles to receive credit for time served while being held in detention. Under current law, adults receive such credit, but juveniles do not.
ATLANTA — State Representative Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur) has introduced House Bill 1144, which will allow juveniles to receive credit for time served while being held in detention. Under current law, adults receive such credit, but juveniles do not.