Archive for June, 2011

Sen. Millar Statement on Supreme Court Refusing To Reconsider Charter School Ruling

ATLANTA – (June 13, 2011) State Senator Fran Millar (R-Atlanta) released the following statement after the Georgia Supreme Court decided not to review their decision declaring the Charter Schools Commission unconstitutional: (more…)

Sen. Butterworth Receives 2011 Democracy Award from Common Cause Georgia

ATLANTA (June 13, 2011) – Sen. Jim Butterworth (R-Demorest) was recently presented with the distinguished 2011 Democracy Award from Common Cause Georgia. This award is given annually to a group of legislators, journalists, and community activists who uphold the organizations ideals of an open and accountable government. (more…)

Sen. Albers Receives Environmental Leadership Award

ATLANTA (June 3, 2011) – Sen. John Albers (R-Roswell) recently received the Environmental Leadership Award from the Georgia Conservation Voters. He achieved the award for his demonstrated support of Georgia’s natural resources. (more…)

Special Subcommittee Holds First Meeting to Address Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down Charter Schools

ATLANTA – (June 3, 2011) State Senator Fran Millar (R-Atlanta) released the following statement after today’s Special Subcommittee to address the Supreme Court ruling that struck down State Charter Schools: (more…)

South Georgia at the State Capitol

By State Sen. Greg Goggans

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