ATLANTA – State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon) applauds the recent House Health Committee passage of House Bill 1346, the Georgia Maternal Mental Health Improvement Act. Sponsored by Rep. Jones, the legislation would ensure that health insurance policies issued in Georgia provide coverage for medically necessary maternal mental health screenings during pregnancy and for up to 12 months postpartum, along with treatment for women who screen positive for maternal mental health conditions.
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By State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon)
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Georgia State Economist Robert Buschman’s presentation outlined a mixed economic forecast for Georgia. While lower personal debt levels and stronger bank balance sheets are positive indicators, slow job and income growth, persistent inflation, high mortgage rates and record business bankruptcies continue to challenge families and small businesses across the state. Consumer and business confidence remain low, with many expressing concerns about rising prices and slowing growth.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon) today issued the following statement in response to Governor Brian Kemp’s State of the State Address:
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ATLANTA – State Representative Anissa Jones (D-Macon) was recently named 2025 Chiropractor of the Year by the Georgia Chiropractic Association (GCA) for her commitment to patient care and community health across Georgia.
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ATLANTA – State Representatives Gabriel Sanchez (D-Smyrna), Dewey McClain (D-Lawrenceville), Anissa Jones (D-Macon), El-Madhi Holly (D-Stockbridge) and Derrick Jackson (D-Tyrone), joined by other members of the House Democratic Caucus, partner organizations and unions, will hold a press conference to present six House bills related to raising the minimum wage in Georgia TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 12 – 1 p.m. on the South Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.
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