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.
In a letter dated March 26, 2020, Reps. Scott and Thomas wrote:
“As we sit around and talk about ways to combat COVID-19, our hearts goes out to our most vulnerable population – the homeless and homeless families throughout Georgia. We must ask the following questions:
“Do we have an action plan on how to care for our homeless and homeless families during COVID-19 and if we do, can you please provide us with a copy?
“What is the plan on testing our homeless and homeless families for COVID-19?
“What is the plan to provide housing to our homeless families and homeless population during COVID-19?
“We are asking that you provide us with information on how to respond to our constituents about taking care of our most vulnerable population.
“Governor, this is a nonpartisan issue and we are concerned about the spread and loss of life of our most vulnerable population during this COVID-19 pandemic.
“Thanking you in advance for your present initiatives and speedy response for our most vulnerable population. We are all in this together.”
Representative Sandra Scott represents the citizens of District 76, which includes portions of Clayton and Henry counties. She was first elected to the House Representatives in 2010 and currently serves on the Defense & Veterans Affairs, Human Relations & Aging, Legislative & Congressional Reapportionment, Science and Technology and Special Rules committees.
Representative “Able” Mable Thomas represents the citizens on District 56, which includes portions of Fulton County. She was first elected to the House of Representatives in 1985 and again in 2002 and in 2012. She currently serves on the Economic Development & Tourism, Legislative & Congressional Reapportionment, Natural Resources & Environment and Science and Technology committees.
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