ATLANTA – State Representatives Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and “Able” Mable Thomas (D-Atlanta) recently sent a letter to Governor Brian Kemp to request assistance and guidance regarding novel coronavirus, COVID-19, cases among Georgia’s homeless populations. Continue reading “Reps. Scott and Thomas Ask Gov. Kemp for Guidance Regarding COVID-19 Cases Among Homeless Populations”
Rep. Sandra Scott Provides Public Health Updates on COVID-19, Urges Citizens to Take Precautions and Donate Blood
ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) urges citizens to take precautions while COVID-19 cases rise in Georgia, as well as donate blood after recent reports of blood donation shortages across the country. Continue reading “Rep. Sandra Scott Provides Public Health Updates on COVID-19, Urges Citizens to Take Precautions and Donate Blood”
Rep. Scott Introduces Legislation to Regulate Nurse to Patient Ratios
ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) recently introduced House Bill 801 to limit the number of patients assigned to a professional registered nurse in hospitals and other health care facilities. The bill would also require that nurses who are assigned to a specialized unit for the first time receive proper training. Continue reading “Rep. Scott Introduces Legislation to Regulate Nurse to Patient Ratios”
Rep. Scott Introduces Legislation to Stop Discrimination in Housing for Veterans
ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) recently introduced House Bill 768, legislation which would prohibit discrimination against veterans who seek to purchase or lease housing. Continue reading “Rep. Scott Introduces Legislation to Stop Discrimination in Housing for Veterans”
Rep. Scott Introduces Legislation to Allow OB-GYN Services Across Georgia State Border
ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) recently introduced House Bill 800, legislation which would allow health care providers in bordering states to provide OB-GYN services to women in Georgia who are enrolled in Georgia’s Medicaid program. Continue reading “Rep. Scott Introduces Legislation to Allow OB-GYN Services Across Georgia State Border”