ATLANTA – State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) today unveiled their joint legislative agenda and vision for the 2024 legislative session. Driven by justice and equity-focused issues, these legislators will continue to pursue legislation aimed at impacting education, economic development, voting rights, criminal justice reform, gun safety reform, health care and housing.
Embracing Resilience: Overcoming the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Ruling
By State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex)
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As the nation grapples with the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down affirmative action in college admissions, it is crucial to foster a sense of resilience and determination among marginalized communities. In response to this ruling, I must assert that our Black children possess exceptional intellect and an unshakable destiny to succeed, and these children will emerge even stronger.
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Transforming Justice: Prioritizing Mental Health in Georgia’s Criminal Justice System
By State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex)
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Georgia can take a commendable step forward in addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals with mental illnesses within the criminal justice system. During the 2023 legislative session, I introduced two groundbreaking bills that would address the pressing need for improved mental health outcomes in Georgia’s penal institutions. First, House Bill 232 emphasizes transparency and sheds light on the health, safety and conditions of inmates. On the other hand, House Bill 233 would establish alternatives to imprisonment and focus on mental health treatment and rehabilitation. These measures represent a transformative approach that prioritizes compassion, rehabilitation and long-term solutions. Our state legislature can lead the way in creating a criminal justice system that addresses the underlying mental health needs of individuals in its custody.
Rep. Sandra Scott to Hold Virtual Town Hall on Clayton County Property Tax Appeals
ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) will hold a virtual town hall on Clayton County’s property tax appeal process on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Zoom access for this virtual event can be found here.
Rep. Sandra Scott to Giveaway $1,000 Donation of Free Feminine Hygiene Products to Clayton Co. Students
ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) was recently selected by the National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) to donate $1,000 worth of feminine hygiene products to students in Clayton County. In honor of Period Poverty Awareness Week, Rep. Scott will distribute the period products at Morrow Middle School on Monday, May 22, 2023, from 3:30 – 4 p.m. and at Adamson Middle School on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 3:30 – 4 p.m.