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January 7, 2026

Speaker Jon Burns Outlines Agenda for the 2026 Legislative Session

ATLANTA – Today, House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) unveiled his policy agenda for the 2026 Legislative Session, focused on affordability and quality of life for families across Georgia.

The Georgia House of Representatives’ 2026 agenda continues to build on last year’s historic tax cuts, reductions in insurance premiums, cost-saving measures, education initiatives and investments in healthcare by reaffirming the House’s strong commitment to delivering meaningful results, starting with making everyday life more affordable.

December 4, 2025

Rep. Saira Draper Appointed to the House Regulated Industries Committee

ATLANTA – State Representative Saira Draper (D-Atlanta) today was appointed by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve as a member on the House Regulated Industries Committee for the remainder of the 2025-2026 term. Rep. Draper was appointed to the Regulated Industries Committee due to a vacancy on the committee left by former Representative Shelly Hutchinson, who resigned earlier this year.

December 4, 2025

Rep. Rick Townsend Honored with PAGE Award for Leadership in Education Policy

ATLANTA – State Representative Rick Townsend (R-Brunswick) was recently recognized as a 2025 Torchbearer for Education by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) for his leadership on House Bill 235, the Georgia Supporting Living Donor Educators Act, which he sponsored during the 2025 legislative session, as well as his support for public education and public educators. In addition to his efforts on HB 235, Rep. Townsend has contributed to education initiatives through his service on the House Education Committee and his commitment to advancing school safety, literacy and technical education.

December 1, 2025

Rep. Kasey Carpenter Appointed Vice Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee

ATLANTA – House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) recently appointed State Representative Kasey Carpenter (R-Dalton) to serve as vice chairman of the House Appropriations Committee.

November 18, 2025

Rep. Carter Barrett Appointed to the House Committee on Ways and Means

ATLANTA – House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) recently appointed State Representative Carter Barrett (R-Cumming) to the House Committee on Ways and Means.