ATLANTA – On September 30, 2024, President Joseph R. Biden Jr., granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Georgia triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from Hurricane Helene that began September 24, 2024, and continuing.
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ATLANTA – Today, Speaker of the House Jon Burns (R-Newington) issued the following statement in response to the shooting that took place today at Apalachee High School in Barrow County:
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ATLANTA – Today, Speaker of the House Jon Burns (R-Newington) joined with House Rural Development Co-Chairmen Rep. Gerald Greene (R-Cuthbert) and Rep. Mack Jackson (D-Sandersville) in announcing the dates and locations for the 2024 meetings of the House Rural Development Council.
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ATLANTA – On Monday, Speaker Jon Burns announced the reappointment of Joey Cowart to the Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission (PAQC). Created by legislation passed during the 2023 Session of the General Assembly, the PAQC serves as a valuable oversight mechanism for district attorneys and solicitors-general across Georgia, ensuring these officials fulfill their constitutional and statutory duties.
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ATLANTA – The Georgia House of Representatives is dedicated to ensuring the safety of students as they travel to and from school. In preparation for the upcoming school year, the House is releasing crucial school bus safety information for students, parents and drivers.
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