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”

Amendments and Referendum Give Georgians Opportunity to Shape State’s Future
By State Representative Penny Houston (R-Nashville)
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The upcoming election on November 2nd provides Georgia voters with a number of important decisions to make.  Besides choosing which candidates are best suited to represent us at the local, state, and federal levels, Georgians will also have the opportunity to cast their own vote at the ballot box in deciding whether five amendments to the Georgia state constitution, as well as a single statewide referendum, will go into effect. Continue reading

Amendments and Referendum Give Georgians Opportunity to Shape State’s Future
By State Representative Penny Houston (R-Nashville)
(939 words)

Representative Penny Houston Appointed to Georgia Commission on Family Violence

ATLANTA – State Representative Penny Houston (R-Nashville) was appointed to the Georgia Commission on Family Violence (GCFV) by House Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) on Friday, July 23, 2010.  As one of the 37 members, Rep. Houston will help lead the commission in its efforts to coordinate community organizations, the state justice system, and other service providers in order to end family violence in Georgia. Continue reading

Representative Penny Houston Appointed to Georgia Commission on Family Violence