ATLANTA – State Representative Kevin Tanner (R-Dawsonville) today announced that House Bill 249 was signed into law by Governor Nathan Deal on Thursday, May 4, 2017. This legislation, sponsored by Rep. Tanner, includes methods to address opioid abuse in Georgia. Continue reading “Governor Signs Legislation to Address Opioid Abuse Sponsored by Rep. Tanner”
Speaker Ralston Announces Members of the House Rural Development Council
ATLANTA – Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) today announced the members of the House Rural Development Council. This council, which was created during the recent legislative session, will work with rural communities to find ways to encourage economic growth. Continue reading “Speaker Ralston Announces Members of the House Rural Development Council”
Rep. Kevin Tanner Named Chairman of House Transportation Committee
ATLANTA – The Georgia House of Representatives’ Committee on Assignments named State Representative Kevin Tanner (R-Dawsonville) as the Chairman of the House Transportation Committee. Rep. Tanner will also serve as the Secretary on the Intragovernmental Coordination Committee and as a member on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Education, and the Education, Natural Resources & Environment and Special Rules committees. Continue reading “Rep. Kevin Tanner Named Chairman of House Transportation Committee”
Speaker David Ralston Appoints Members of Joint High-Speed Broadband Communications Access for All Georgians Study Committee
ATLANTA — Speaker of the House David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) has appointed the following members to the Joint High-Speed Broadband Communications Access for All Georgians Study Committee: Continue reading “Speaker David Ralston Appoints Members of Joint High-Speed Broadband Communications Access for All Georgians Study Committee”
Pastor Protection Act Passes Unanimously in House of Representatives
ATLANTA — The Pastor Protection Act (HB 757), sponsored by Representative Kevin Tanner (R-Dawsonville), unanimously passed the House of Representatives today. Continue reading “Pastor Protection Act Passes Unanimously in House of Representatives”