Reps. Carter, Scott, Davis, Schofield Serve as Panelists for GLBC Conference’s “Operation Desert Georgia” Panel

ATLANTA – State Representatives Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia), Sandra Scott (D-Rex), Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) recently participated in the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus’ (GLBC) annual conference on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at the EnMarket Arena in Savannah. These legislators, along with Dr. Rickie Keys, served as special guest speakers for the conference’s “Operation Desert Georgia: Food Desert, Health Desert and Credit Desert” panel session.

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Rep. Doreen Carter Commends Signing of Legislation to Increase Newton Co. Senior Homestead Exemption

ATLANTA – State Representative Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia) commends Governor Brian Kemp for signing Senate Bill 311 into law on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Sponsored by Rep. Carter in the House, SB 311 would provide an opportunity for local residents to increase the homestead exemption for senior citizens living in Newton County.

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