ATLANTA – State Representative Rick Townsend (R-Brunswick) recently recognized the Georgia Department of Community Supervisions’ 2024 Officer of the Year John Crew with an Invitation Resolution in the House Chamber. Rep. Townsend made some of the following remarks during his recognition of Officer Crew, his family and friends:
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*Editor’s note: This press release has been updated to include two photos taken in the governor’s ceremonial office during the bill signing.
ATLANTA – Today, State Representative Rick Townsend(R-St. Simons) joined Governor Brian Kemp at the State Capitol in Atlanta, Ga. as he signed House Bill 181 into law. Sponsored by Rep. Townsend, this legislation creates new regulations related to the composition and sale of kratom products in Georgia.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Rick Townsend (R-St. Simons) will hold a press conference to discuss his legislation from the 2023-2024 term TOMORROW, May 2, 2024, at 11:15 a.m. at the South Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Rick Townsend(R-St. Simons) was recently selected as the second inductee into the Georgia College and Career Academy Network (GA CCAN) CEO Hall of Fame. The CEO Hall of Fame recognizes exceptional individuals who have demonstrated excellent careers, achieved significant milestones and upheld the highest standards of professionalism and character. The ceremony, held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Columbus, Ga. at Columbus Technical College, celebrated Rep. Townsend’s contributions to education, workforce development and community leadership.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Rick Townsend(R-St. Simons) was recently appointed by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve as a member of the High School Athletics Overview Committee.
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