ATLANTA (September 29, 2009) – State Senator Jim Butterworth (R-Clarkesville) recently announced talks with Georgia Power have successfully resulted in the lowering of four Georgia Power controlled lakes, creating jobs for citizens throughout the surrounding communities. (more…)
By Sen. Jim Butterworth and Rep. Michael Harden
ATLANTA (Sept. 29, 2009) – Last week’s tragic weather has been disastrous for many communities and families in Georgia. We offer our sincerest condolences to the citizens of Georgia that were impacted by the destruction left in the wake of powerful storm systems. We would also like to express our gratitude to the governor and his team for declaring a state of emergency in Stephens County. (more…)
ATLANTA (September 29, 2009) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) will be a featured legislator at the Excellence in Action summit held Oct. 8 and 9 in Washington, D.C. Sen. Rogers will be joining summit host Gov. Jeb Bush and many other reform-minded policymakers working to close the gap in the international race for knowledge. (more…)
ATLANTA (September 25, 2009) – Today, State Senator Jim Butterworth (R-Clarkesville) released the following statement regarding the federal disaster declaration for Stephens County. (more…)
MARIETTA (Sept. 24, 2009) – Members of the Cobb County Legislative Delegation have been inundated with calls from their constituents asking how Cobb residents can help their neighbors who have been devastated by this week’s floods. They are pleased to announce the Center for Family Resources (CFR) in Marietta has set up a special account for this purpose. All donations will remain in Cobb County to help those affected while they anxiously await federal funds. There will be a specific designated donation block on the Center for Family Resources main page at www.thecfr.org.