ATLANTA — State Representative Greg Morris (R-Vidalia) announced the passage of House Bills 702 and 772 by the Georgia House of Representatives. Both bills passed the House on Monday, March 3, otherwise known as Crossover Day which is the deadline in which a piece of legislation must pass at least one of the General Assembly’s two chambers. Continue reading “Rep. Morris Announces House Passage of HB 702, HB 772”
House Passes Anti-Obamacare Legislation Co-Sponsored by Local Representatives
ATLANTA — State Representatives Michael Caldwell (R-Woodstock) and Scot Turner (R-Holly Springs) announced the passage of House Bill 707 by the Georgia House of Representatives. Co-sponsored by Reps. Caldwell and Turner, HB 707 adds a layer of protection for Georgia citizens against Obamacare. Continue reading “House Passes Anti-Obamacare Legislation Co-Sponsored by Local Representatives”
Rep. Karen Bennett Celebrates Sikh Awareness and Legislative Day
ATLANTA – State Representative Karen Bennett (D-Stone Mountain) recently welcomed approximately 50 members of the Sikh community to the State Capitol. The visit was part of Sikh Awareness and Legislative Day, which was established by Rep. Bennett with House Resolution 1507. Continue reading “Rep. Karen Bennett Celebrates Sikh Awareness and Legislative Day”
Rep. Terry England Comments on Success of AP Education Courses in Georgia
By State Representative Terry England (R-Auburn)
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I have been serving in the Georgia House of Representatives for a decade. As the chair of the House Appropriations Committee, I clearly recognize the financial challenges of bringing economic vitality to all parts of our state. And as a member of the House Education Committee, I work closely with our schools to put our students on the path to college and careers. All Georgians, whether from our rural farms or our largest cities, compete in a global economy and rely on a talented workforce to be educated in our public schools. This economy demands higher levels of skill and knowledge, and clearly rewards those who can think critically, communicate effectively and work collaboratively. Continue reading “Rep. Terry England Comments on Success of AP Education Courses in Georgia”
Rep. Trey Kelley Welcomes Rockmart Middle School 8th Grade Class to Capitol
ATLANTA – State Representative Trey Kelley (R-Cedartown) today welcomed the 8th grade class of Rockmart Middle School, a group of 230 students, to the State Capitol on Friday, February 28, 2014. Continue reading “Rep. Trey Kelley Welcomes Rockmart Middle School 8th Grade Class to Capitol”