ATLANTA – State Representative Mandisha Thomas (D-South Fulton) welcomed Arthur Tripp Jr. as he served as the “Chaplain of the Day” for the Georgia House of Representatives on Monday, March 6, 2023.
“It was an honor to introduce my dear friend Arthur Trip, who has dedicated his public service to overseeing policies that help our farmers thrive,” said Rep. Thomas. “Tripp’s sermon provided the perfect dose of encouragement as we kicked off Crossover Day, and I’m looking forward to continuing to partner with him to help Georgia farmers thrive.”
Arthur Tripp was appointed by the President Joe Biden to serve as the state executive director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency in Georgia in October 2021. Prior to his appointment, Tripp served as the Senior Policy Advisor to U.S. Congressman David Scott, current Chairman of the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture.
Tripp is an ordained minister and attends 12Stone Church. Born in Warner Robins, Tripp lives in Hoschton with his wife and son.
Tripp’s sermon in the House Chamber marked the start of Legislative Day 28, also known as Crossover Day.
To watch a video of Tripp’s sermon in the House Chamber, please click here.
*Editor’s Note: A photo of Rep. Thomas, Arthur Tripp and Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) is attached.
Representative Mandisha A. Thomas represents the citizens of District 65, which includes portions of Coweta, Douglas and Fulton counties. She was elected to the House of Representatives in 2020 and currently serves on the Agriculture & Consumer Affairs, Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications and Industry and Labor committees.
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