ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Garden City) today issued the following statement regarding the recent passing of Port Wentworth Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Johnson: Continue reading “Rep. Gilliard Issues Statement on Passing of Port Wentworth Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Johnson”
Rep. Gilliard Appointed to Georgia Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Commission
ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Garden City) was recently appointed by Governor Brian Kemp to serve on the Georgia Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Commission. Continue reading “Rep. Gilliard Appointed to Georgia Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Commission”
Governor Kemp Signs the “Blind Bill” Sponsored by Rep. Gilliard
ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D- Garden City) announced that House Bill 79, or the “Blind Bill,” was signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp on Thursday, May 2, 2019. Sponsored by Rep. Gilliard, HB 79 will prevent government agencies and local authorities from discriminating against parents and legal guardians who are blind. Continue reading “Governor Kemp Signs the “Blind Bill” Sponsored by Rep. Gilliard”
House Adopts Rep. Gilliard’s Resolution to Oppose Offshore Drilling and Seismic Testing
ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D- Garden City) today announced that the Georgia House of Representatives adopted House Resolution 48 on Tuesday, April 2, to oppose offshore drilling and seismic testing along Georgia’s coast. Continue reading “House Adopts Rep. Gilliard’s Resolution to Oppose Offshore Drilling and Seismic Testing”
Rep. Gilliard’s “Blind Bill” Receives Final Passage
ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D- Garden City) today announced that the Georgia House of Representatives gave final passage to House Bill 79, or the “Blind Bill,” on Tuesday, April 2. This measure would prevent government agencies and local authorities from discriminating against parents and legal guardians who are blind. Continue reading “Rep. Gilliard’s “Blind Bill” Receives Final Passage”