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Controversial Bills in Georgia Raise Concerns Over Elected District Attorneys

By State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta)

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            In 2023, Georgia’s governor signed Senate Bill 92 into law, introducing a contentious provision that allows for the removal of elected district attorneys from office if they are perceived as not adequately enforcing the law. This move has ignited a fierce debate, with many viewing it as a thinly veiled power grab aimed at ousting Democratic prosecutors, particularly those who have expressed reluctance to prosecute abortion-related crimes. The subsequent House Bill 881 has added fuel to the fire, deepening concerns about partisan control over prosecutorial decisions and its potential implications for ongoing criminal investigations. Furthermore, House Bill 983 proposes the repeal of the Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission (PAQC) in the state of Georgia, amplifying the controversy.

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Georgia’s Decision to Opt-Out of Federal Summer EBT Program Sparks Advocacy for HB 321 – The Healthy Food Development Act

By State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) 

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In a recent announcement, the governor’s office confirmed the state’s decision not to participate in the new, federal Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer for Children (Summer EBT) program for the summer of 2024. The decision has significant implications, as it means rejecting tens of millions in federal funding intended to support low-income families and address child hunger during the summer months.

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Trusting Women: A Call for Reproductive Freedom in Georgia

By State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) 

(410 words)

In the wake of the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Georgia has witnessed a disturbing trend: a near-total abortion ban backed by Republican lawmakers. This assault on women’s reproductive rights is not only unconscionable but poses a significant threat to the lives and well-being of Georgia women.

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Georgia Educational Priorities: Must Update the QBE Formula and Fully Fund Education

By State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta)

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            Georgia’s education system stands at a critical juncture. It is a moment where we can choose to prioritize the future of our children and our state’s prosperity. Today, we are proud to present a legislative educational agenda that seeks to update the Quality Basic Education (QBE) formula and ensure that education is fully funded – a long-overdue necessity.

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