ATLANTA – State Representative Brenda Lopez Romero (D-Norcross) and House Minority Leader Bob Trammell (D-Luthersville), along with State Representatives David Dreyer (D-Atlanta), Jasmine Clark (D-Lilburn) and Beth Moore (D-Peachtree Corners), today introduced House Bill 896 to allow high schools graduates in Georgia to receive in-state tuition rates, regardless of their immigration status. Continue reading “Rep. Lopez Romero and Minority Leader Trammell Introduce Legislation to Provide In-State Tuition for All Georgia High School Graduates”
Rep. Singleton Introduces Georgia Anti-Sanctuary Act
ATLANTA – State Representative Philip Singleton (R-Newnan) today introduced the Georgia Anti-Sanctuary Act, legislation which would require the state to adhere to federal immigration laws in Georgia with respect to criminal illegal aliens. Through this legislation, Rep. Singleton seeks to support President Donald Trump’s agenda for not allowing “sanctuary cities” in the U.S. so that the state of Georgia can work with federal counterparts to “keep America safe.” Continue reading “Rep. Singleton Introduces Georgia Anti-Sanctuary Act”
Rep. Allen Announces Legislation to Monitor Ethylene Oxide Use in Georgia
ATLANTA – State Representative Erick Allen (D-Smyrna) today announced that he will introduce legislation in the coming days to require ethylene oxide permit holders to monitor their emissions in Georgia. Continue reading “Rep. Allen Announces Legislation to Monitor Ethylene Oxide Use in Georgia”
Rep. Doreen Carter Encourages Citizens to “Go Red for Women”
ATLANTA – State Representative Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia) is encouraging citizens to “Go Red for Women” by wearing red on Friday, February 7, 2020. “Go Red for Women” Day is celebrated by the American Heart Association (AHA) and is designated to increase women’s awareness and research about cardiovascular health. Rep. Carter will also host a “Go Red for Women” rally on Friday, February 7, 2020, at 11:45 a.m. at the South Wing Steps of the State Capitol. Continue reading “Rep. Doreen Carter Encourages Citizens to “Go Red for Women””
Rep. Gilliard Introduces Legislation to Create Georgia Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force
ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Garden City) recently introduced House Bill 883, legislation which would create the Georgia Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force. Rep. Gilliard will hold a town hall meeting to discuss the proposed legislation on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, at 1 p.m. in room 341 of the State Capitol. Continue reading “Rep. Gilliard Introduces Legislation to Create Georgia Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force”