ATLANTA – Today state Representative Mary Margaret Oliver, along with her fellow women legislators, presented the members of the Georgia House of Representatives with copies of “Voices of Hope,” an inspirational CD recorded by the Metro State Prison Women’s Choir with special guest performer, Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls. Continue reading “Oliver and Members of House Deliver “Voices of Hope””
Georgia State Representative Penny Houston Delivers Nomination Speech for Representative David Ralston
ATLANTA— On Monday, January 11, 2010, Representative Penny Houston (R- Nashville) delivered the candidate’s speech on behalf of Representative David Ralston (R- Blue Ridge) during his election for Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives. Forgoing his only opportunity to speak on his own behalf, Representative Ralston instead yielded his time to Representative Houston, trusting her with the final works of his candidacy. Continue reading “Georgia State Representative Penny Houston Delivers Nomination Speech for Representative David Ralston”
Majority Whip Edward Lindsey Announces Newest Members of Whip Team
ATLANTA – Georgia House Majority Whip Edward Lindsey (R-Atlanta) announced today the new appointments of Representatives Jay Powell (R-Colquitt), Stephen Allison (R-Blairsville) and Tom Weldon (R-Whitfield) as Deputy Whips to the House of Representatives. These newest members of the majority whip team will play a crucial role in monitoring legislation as it moves through both chambers of the General Assembly and helping their fellow House members understand the details of bills and resolutions. Continue reading “Majority Whip Edward Lindsey Announces Newest Members of Whip Team”
Seize the Opportunity
By state Representative Tom Graves
This week the Georgia General Assembly reconvenes in Atlanta for the 2010 Session, and, as Chairman of the 9th District Legislative Caucus, I wanted to give you a first hand look at what this session holds. Continue reading “Seize the Opportunity”
Rep. Katie Dempsey Plays Key Role in Speaker Ralston’s First Day Leading the House
ATLANTA— Today, following the election of David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) as Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, state Representative Katie Dempsey (R-Rome) was selected by the incoming House Speaker to help lead the Speaker’s Escort Committee. As a part of the committee, Representative Dempsey helped lead Speaker Ralston to the rostrum in the House Chamber for the exchanging of the gavel. Continue reading “Rep. Katie Dempsey Plays Key Role in Speaker Ralston’s First Day Leading the House”