ATLANTA—State Representative Paulette Rakestraw Braddock (R-Powder Springs) announced the passage of House Bill 794 on Friday, February 21. Sponsored by Rep. Rakestraw Braddock, HB 794 proposes to amend the United States Constitution by adding a Balanced Budget requirement. Continue reading “Georgia House Passes Compact for a Balanced Budget Sponsored by Rep. Rakestraw Braddock”
Local Equine Champions Visit State Capitol and Rep. Paulette Rakestraw Braddock
ATLANTA – State Representative Paulette Rakestraw Braddock (R-Powder Springs) recently welcomed Kiersten Carlisle, Ansley Corley, Erin Corley and Emily Ellis at the State Capitol. The youth were recognized for their participation in state, regional, national and world championship horse shows as part of the Fifth Annual Equine Youth Day. Continue reading “Local Equine Champions Visit State Capitol and Rep. Paulette Rakestraw Braddock”
Rep. Jason Spencer to Introduce Legislation Requiring Drug Tests for TANF
ATLANTA – State Representative Jason Spencer (R-Woodbine) today announced plans to introduce legislation that would require applicants seeking cash assistance through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to pass a drug test before receiving any public funds. The proposed legislation would only affect TANF and would have no effect on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or any other public assistance programs. Continue reading “Rep. Jason Spencer to Introduce Legislation Requiring Drug Tests for TANF”