ATLANTA – State Representative Gary Richardson (R-Evans) and State Senator Lee Anderson (R-Grovetown), joined by fellow Columbia County Legislative Delegation members, applaud the Senate passage of House Bill 439, legislation aimed at providing homeowners with property tax relief. HB 439 would authorize any local government, subject to voter approval, to establish a fund to provide direct tax credits to homeowners in the local government’s jurisdiction.
Continue reading “Columbia County Legislative Delegation Applauds Advancement of Homeowner’s Tax Relief Legislation”Speaker Jon Burns Announces Updated House Committee Assignments
ATLANTA— Today, House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) announces updates to House committee assignments following vacancies created by the passing of the late State Representative Mandi Ballinger (R-Canton) and the recent resignation of former State Representative Marcus Wiedower (R-Winder).
Please see the updated appointments below:
Continue reading “Speaker Jon Burns Announces Updated House Committee Assignments”Speaker Jon Burns Announces Appointments to 2025 House Study Committees
ATLANTA – Today, House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) announced appointments to the Georgia House of Representatives’ 2025 study committees. These committees will meet throughout the interim, hear from experts, stakeholders and the public and compile a report of specific findings or legislative recommendations ahead of the 2026 legislative session.
Continue reading “Speaker Jon Burns Announces Appointments to 2025 House Study Committees”Chairman Jesse Petrea, Georgia Lawmakers, Launch Pro-Enforcement Immigration Caucus at State Capitol
ATLANTA –State Representative Jesse Petrea (R-Savannah), chairman of the House Human Relations and Aging Committee, along with other Georgia lawmakers, officially launched the Pro-Enforcement Immigration Caucus, a new group dedicated to advancing immigration enforcement efforts, supporting law enforcement agencies and promoting the rule of law across the state.
Continue reading “Chairman Jesse Petrea, Georgia Lawmakers, Launch Pro-Enforcement Immigration Caucus at State Capitol”Rep. Rob Clifton Appointed to Majority Caucus Whip Team for the 2025-2026 Legislative Term
ATLANTA – State Representative Rob Clifton (R-Evans) was recently appointed by House Majority Caucus Whip James Burchett (R-Waycross) to serve on his Majority Caucus Whip Team for the 2025-2026 legislative term.
“I am honored to serve alongside Majority Whip Burchett on his Whip Team for the 2025-2026 legislative term,” said Rep. Clifton. “The role of the Majority Whip Team is essential to maintaining unity and ensuring that our party can effectively advocate for the issues that matter most to our constituents. I look forward to working closely with my colleagues to keep our party united, foster productive dialogue and ensure that our legislative priorities move forward in the Georgia House.”
Members of the Whip Team are responsible for monitoring legislation as it moves through committee and floor consideration in the Georgia General Assembly, ensuring their fellow House members understand the details of bills and resolutions.
*Editor’s note: a photo of Rep. Clifton and House Speaker Jon Burns is attached.
Representative Rob Clifton represents the citizens of District 131, which includes a portion of Columbia County. He was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2024 and currently serves on the Economic Development and Tourism, Interstate Cooperation and Transportation committees.
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