ATLANTA – State Representative Erica Thomas (D-Austell) today announced that the Georgia House of Representatives passed House Bill 839, legislation which would create a ballot referendum for area residents to consider incorporating the City of Mableton. HB 839, sponsored by Rep. Thomas, will now head to the Senate for consideration.
Rep. “Able” Mable Thomas Stands in Solidarity with Breonna Taylor’s Family, Works to End No-Knock Warrants
ATLANTA – State Representative “Able” Mable Thomas (D-Atlanta) stands in solidarity with Breonna Taylor’s family’s call for peaceful protests throughout the country, and she continues to work to end the issuance of no-knock warrants in the state. During the 2020 legislative session, Rep. Thomas co-sponsored House Bill 1209, which would prohibit warrants with no-knock provisions. Continue reading “Rep. “Able” Mable Thomas Stands in Solidarity with Breonna Taylor’s Family, Works to End No-Knock Warrants”
Rep. Viola Davis Announces Inaugural Community Activist Day at the Capitol Awardees
ATLANTA – State Representative Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain) today announced that State Representative “Able” Mable Thomas, the late Kenneth Saunders III and Josie Dean are the inaugural awardees for the 2020 Community Activist Day at the Capitol. Rep. Davis recently introduced House Resolution 1609 during the 2020 legislative session to establish April 3, 2020, as Community Activist Day at the Capitol to recognize individuals with spirit, vision, values, leadership and transformational activism who create a better tomorrow for future generations. Continue reading “Rep. Viola Davis Announces Inaugural Community Activist Day at the Capitol Awardees”
Reps. Scott and Thomas Ask Gov. Kemp for Guidance Regarding COVID-19 Cases Among Homeless Populations
ATLANTA – State Representatives Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and “Able” Mable Thomas (D-Atlanta) recently sent a letter to Governor Brian Kemp to request assistance and guidance regarding novel coronavirus, COVID-19, cases among Georgia’s homeless populations. Continue reading “Reps. Scott and Thomas Ask Gov. Kemp for Guidance Regarding COVID-19 Cases Among Homeless Populations”
Rep. Thomas Reintroduces Hit-and-Run Legislation
ATLANTA – State Representative “Able” Mable Thomas (D-Atlanta) recently reintroduced C.J.’s Law, or House Bill 88. C.J’s Law would increase penalties for hit-and-run accidents that result in fatalities or serious injuries. Continue reading “Rep. Thomas Reintroduces Hit-and-Run Legislation”