Speaker Ralston Announces Members of the House Study Committee on Utilization and Modernization of the State Capitol and Other Buildings

ATLANTA – Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) today announced the members of the House Study Committee on Utilization and Modernization of the State Capitol and Other Buildings: Continue reading “Speaker Ralston Announces Members of the House Study Committee on Utilization and Modernization of the State Capitol and Other Buildings”

Rep. Houston Appointed to Rural Revitalization Task Force

ATLANTA – State Representative Penny Houston (R-Nashville) was recently appointed by Camila Knowles, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), to serve as a member of the Rural Revitalization Task Force. This task force will work with DCA to draft rules and regulations to accompany the designation of revitalization zones and the implementation of a tax incentive program for rural Georgia downtowns. Continue reading “Rep. Houston Appointed to Rural Revitalization Task Force”

Rep. Houston Appointed to House Rural Development Council

ATLANTA – State Representative Penny Houston (R-Nashville) was recently appointed by Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) to serve as an ex-officio member on the House Rural Development Council. This council, which was created by House Resolution 389 during the recent legislative session, will work with rural communities to find ways to encourage economic growth. Continue reading “Rep. Houston Appointed to House Rural Development Council”