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Rep. Tom Kirby Sworn in as Georgia’s Newest State Representative

ATLANTA – State Representative Tom Kirby (R-Loganville) was sworn into office today as the state representative for House District 107, which includes portions of Gwinnett and Walton counties. Rep. Kirby won a special election to fill the seat vacated by Rep. Len Walker on Tuesday, March 6, 2012.

“I am excited to be sworn into office and eager to get to work for the people of House District 107,” said Rep. Kirby.

During this morning’s ceremony, Georgia Superior Court Judge Mack Crawford gave the oath of office to Rep. Kirby, as his wife, Rosemary Kirby, held the Bible and stood next to him in support.

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Rep Emory Dunahoo Appointed Subcommittee Chair

ATLANTA – State Representative Steve Davis (R-McDonough), chairman of the House Information & Audits Committee, recently appointed State Representative Emory Dunahoo (R-Gainesville) as chairman of the Information and Audits Subcommittee on Education.

“I am honored that Chairman Davis would appoint me to chair to this important subcommittee,” said Rep. Dunahoo. “In this position, I will be responsible for providing oversight for the state’s education system and ensuring children across the state receive the education needed to begin a successful career. This is a heavy responsibility, which I do not take lightly.”

The Information and Audits Committee maintains administrative oversight over the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts and is responsible for maintaining House Journals. The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts audits the administration of state, county, and city governments.

“Representative Dunahoo’s dedication and commitment to this great state will make him an outstanding leader in the Information and Audits Committee. That is why I have asked him to serve as the chair of the Education Subcommittee,” said Chairman Davis.

For more information about the House Information & Audits Committee, please click here.

Representative Emory Dunahoo, Jr. represents the citizens of District 25, which includes portions of Hall County. He was elected into the House of Representatives in 2011, and currently serves on the Banks & Banking, Game, Fish, & Parks, and Information and Audits committees.

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Rep. Chuck Williams Appointed Subcommittee Chair

ATLANTA – State Representative Steve Davis (R-McDonough), chairman of the House Information & Audits Committee, recently appointed State Representative Chuck Williams (R-Watkinsville) as chairman of the Information and Audits Subcommittee on Higher Education.

“The Information and Audits Committee performs a very important function, serving as the House of Representatives’ eyes and ears in its mission of providing state government oversight and ensuring taxpayer dollars are not wasted on bloated bureaucratic administration,” said Rep. Williams. “Considering the importance of higher education to Athens-Clarke County, I am especially honored to take control of this vital subcommittee and begin working to ensure that the University System and the Technical College System is run in an efficient and professional manner.”

The Information and Audits Committee maintains administrative oversight over the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts and is responsible for maintaining House Journals. The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts audits the administration of state, county, and city governments.

“Representative Williams’ dedication and commitment to this great state will make him an outstanding leader in the Information and Audits Committee. That is why I have asked him to serve as the chair of the Higher Education Subcommittee,” said Chairman Davis.

For more information about the House Information & Audits Committee, please click here.

Representative Chuck Williams represents the citizens of District 113, which includes portions of Clarke, Morgan, Oconee, and Oglethorpe counties. He was elected into the House of Representatives in 2011, and currently serves on the Children & Youth, Higher Education, Information and Audits and Natural Resources & Environment committees.

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House Passes Legislation to Require Random Drug Tests for TANF

ATLANTA — The Georgia House of Representatives today passed House Bill 861 with a vote of 114 to 59. Introduced by State Representative Michael Harden (R-Toccoa), HB 861 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. Continue reading “House Passes Legislation to Require Random Drug Tests for TANF”