ATLANTA – The Georgia House Democratic Caucus convened today to elect its leadership team for the 2027-2028 legislative term. House Minority Leader Carolyn Hugley (D-Columbus) was nominated by the Democratic Caucus to serve as the 76th Speaker of the House of Representatives. The Speaker of the House is chosen by the members of the House of Representatives on the first day of each biennial legislative session. The House will officially elect its Speaker when it convenes for the start of the 2027 session on Monday, January 11, 2027.
Continue reading “House Democratic Caucus Elects Officers”Rep. Anissa Jones Recognized by Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated for Leadership and Service
ATLANTA – State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon) was recently recognized by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated as an exceptional leader and Champion of Service, a recognition that seeks to honor members whose leadership, professional achievement and commitment to service exemplify the sorority’s longstanding legacy of making a meaningful difference in communities around the world.
Continue reading “Rep. Anissa Jones Recognized by Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated for Leadership and Service”Rep. Anissa Jones Appointed to House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Community Health and Healthcare Oversight
ATLANTA – State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon) was recently appointed by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve as a member of the House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Community Health and Healthcare Oversight.
Continue reading “Rep. Anissa Jones Appointed to House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Community Health and Healthcare Oversight”Rep. Anissa Jones Appointed to Serve on Economic Development, Transportation & Cultural Affairs Committee of CSG South
ATLANTA – State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon) was recently appointed by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve on the Economic Development, Transportation & Cultural Affairs Committee of the Council of State Governments Southern Office (CSG South) for a two-year term, ending December 31, 2027.
Continue reading “Rep. Anissa Jones Appointed to Serve on Economic Development, Transportation & Cultural Affairs Committee of CSG South”Rep. Anissa Jones Applauds House Health Committee Passage of Maternal Mental Health Legislation
ATLANTA – State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon) applauds the recent House Health Committee passage of House Bill 1346, the Georgia Maternal Mental Health Improvement Act. Sponsored by Rep. Jones, the legislation would ensure that health insurance policies issued in Georgia provide coverage for medically necessary maternal mental health screenings during pregnancy and for up to 12 months postpartum, along with treatment for women who screen positive for maternal mental health conditions.
Continue reading “Rep. Anissa Jones Applauds House Health Committee Passage of Maternal Mental Health Legislation”