ATLANTA – State Representative Lynn Smith (R-Newnan) was recently selected by global publisher Marquis Who’s Who to be featured in their recent publication titled Who’s Who of Professional Women 2023, a new series focusing on women of influence in the United States. In the collection of narratives, which highlights the achievements of experienced female professionals globally, based on their demonstrated leadership, accomplishments and success, Rep. Smith is singled out for the exclusive executive spotlight among the honorees. The goal of the collection of narratives is to ensure all women featured in the title have navigated their careers with ambition, professional resilience and strong determination.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Lynn Smith (R-Newnan), chairman of the House Natural Resources & Environment Committee, and State Senator Lee Anderson (R-Grovetown), chairman of the Senate Natural Resources & Environment Committee, recently brought together members of the House and Senate Natural Resources and Environment Committees through the Legislative Environmental Policy Academy to strengthen their understanding of key environmental issues facing the state.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Lynn Smith (R-Newnan) was recently appointed by Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve as a member of the Capitol Art Standards Commission, the Commission on Interstate Cooperation and the Southern States Energy Board (SSEB). Rep. Smith’s term on the two commissions will run concurrently with the 2023-2024 legislative term of the Georgia General Assembly.
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Rep. Lynn Smith Hosts Scottish Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra at Georgia State Capitol
ATLANTA – State Representative Lynn Smith (R-Newnan) recently hosted the Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra at the Georgia State Capitol on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. This trip marks the Scottish orchestra’s fourth visit to Georgia since the signing of its sister city/sister county agreement with Newnan and Coweta County.
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Gov. Brian Kemp Signs Rep. Lynn Smith’s Legislation for Disaster Property Tax Relief
ATLANTA – State Representative Lynn Smith (R-Newnan), chair of the House Natural Resources & Environment Committee, along with Senate Rules Chairman Matt Brass (R-Newnan), today announced that Governor Brian Kemp signed House Bill 311 into law on Thursday, March 16. HB 311 will create an optional temporary tax relief mechanism for buildings damaged by a natural disaster that may be utilized by local governments. An assessment of the damaged property would be required before being eligible for temporary tax relief.