ATLANTA (January 9, 2015) | Senator-elect Michael Williams (R – Cumming) was appointed to serve as Deputy Whip of the Senate Majority Caucus by Senate Majority Whip, Sen. Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega). He will serve during the upcoming biennial legislative term of the Georgia General Assembly. In this role, Senator-elect Williams’ primary responsibility will be to assist the Majority Whip with researching legislation, educating and informing caucus members, and ensuring a full caucus presence during important legislative votes. Continue reading “Senator-elect Michael Williams Appointed to Serve as Deputy Whip of the Senate Majority Caucus”
Sen. Jeff Mullis Named One of Georgia’s Most Influential People
ATLANTA (January 8, 2015) | For the seventh consecutive year, Georgia Trend magazine has named Sen. Jeff Mullis (R – Chickamauga) to its Power List of “100 Most Influential Georgians.” The list highlights individuals who have accomplished something significant for the state and have had a positive impact on the livelihood of all Georgians. Continue reading “Sen. Jeff Mullis Named One of Georgia’s Most Influential People”
Senator-elect Greg Kirk Appointed to Serve as Deputy Whip of the Senate Majority Caucus
ATLANTA (January 8, 2015) | Senator-elect Greg Kirk (R – Americus) was appointed to serve as Deputy Whip of the Senate Majority Caucus by Senate Majority Whip, Sen. Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega). He will serve during the upcoming biennial legislative term of the Georgia General Assembly. In this role, Senator-elect Kirk’s primary responsibility will be to assist the Majority Whip with researching legislation, educating and informing caucus members, and ensuring a full caucus presence during important legislative votes. Continue reading “Senator-elect Greg Kirk Appointed to Serve as Deputy Whip of the Senate Majority Caucus”
Sen. Valencia Seay Pre-Files Bill to Extend Open Enrollment for State Health Benefit Plan
ATLANTA (January 7, 2014) | State Senator Valencia Seay (D-Riverdale) recently pre-filed Senate Bill 9 to ensure state employees have the opportunity to select an additional state health benefit plan (SHBP) in the event their coverage is denied at a particular place of care. Continue reading “Sen. Valencia Seay Pre-Files Bill to Extend Open Enrollment for State Health Benefit Plan”
Senator Hunter Hill Hosts New Year…New Politics Town Hall Meeting in Smyrna
Smyrna, Ga. (January 7, 2015) | Senator Hunter Hill (R- Atlanta), District 6, began the New Year by hosting a town hall meeting. Attendees gathered at the Smyrna Community Center and received an issue preview of the 2015 political landscape followed by a Q & A session. The public meeting covered topics ranging from transportation and education to immigration and tax reform. Continue reading “Senator Hunter Hill Hosts New Year…New Politics Town Hall Meeting in Smyrna”