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Meeting of the 2023 Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing to be Held at State Capitol

ATLANTA (Nov. 21, 2023) — On Nov. 28, the Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing, chaired by Sen. Larry Walker III (R-Perry), will hold a meeting at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta, GA.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023
  • Time: 2:00 p.m.
  • Location: Georgia State Capitol, Room 450, 206 Washington St. SW, Atlanta GA 30334
  • Open to the Public: The event welcomes the public. The streaming link and meeting agenda can be found on the Senate schedule here.

ABOUT SR 85:         

This committee was created through Senate Resolution 85 to examine current policies and regulations which address workforce challenges brought by current occupational licensing practices. More information on SR 85 can be found here.

Media Opportunities:

We kindly request members of the media to confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Emily Leonard at the Senate Press Office (Emily.Leonard@senate.ga.gov).

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Sen. Larry Walker serves as Secretary of the Senate Majority Caucus. He also serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Labor. He represents Senate District 20 which includes Bleckley, Dodge, Dooly, Laurens, Pulaski, Treutlen, and Wilcox Counties and a portion of Houston County. He can be reached at larry.walker@senate.ga.gov 

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Sen. Larry Walker III Applauds Georgia State Senate’s Victory at the 2023 Legislative Livestock Showdown

ATLANTA (October 25, 2023) | The Georgia State Senate secured a win against the Georgia House of Representatives at the annual Legislative Livestock Showdown held on October 14, 2023. The event is held each year during the Georgia National Fair in Perry.

Legislators are paired with 4H or FFA students and learn how to exhibit animals in the show ring while receiving guidance on presenting themselves to the showmanship judge. This year’s showcase focused on swine, and brought together agricultural education students from across the state.

“This victory is a testament to the enduring strength and vitality of our state’s agricultural community,” said Senator Larry Walker III (R – Perry). “The Georgia agriculture industry is not only a key economic engine but also a testament to the hard work and determination of our farmers and producers. I was proud to see Georgia General Assembly members gaining exposure to our outstanding agricultural education programs that allow 4H and FFA students to grow their skills in the livestock industry and beyond. The world class facilities at the Georgia National Fairgrounds never disappoint, and I look forward to many more years of such a successful event on these grounds. Together, my colleagues and I will continue to champion policies that bolster this vital sector, ensuring its enduring prosperity for generations to come.”

The Legislative Livestock Showdown, presented by the Georgia Department of Agriculture, serves as a platform for lawmakers to forge crucial connections with the farming community. The event fosters a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by those in the agricultural sector, enabling policymakers to make informed decisions regarding the industry’s future.

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Sen. Larry Walker serves as Secretary of the Senate Majority Caucus. He also serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Labor. He represents Senate District 20 which includes Bleckley, Dodge, Dooly, Laurens, Pulaski, Treutlen, and Wilcox Counties and a portion of Houston County. He can be reached at larry.walker@senate.ga.gov 

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Second Meeting of the 2023 Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing to be Held at State Capitol

ATLANTA (September 21, 2023) | On Wednesday, September 27, the Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing will hold its second meeting of the year at the State Capitol. This committee, chaired by Senator Larry Walker III (R – Perry), is working to examine current occupational licensing laws and requirements to determine if they should be modified or restructured to encourage, promote, and foster employment and healthy business growth in the state of Georgia.

WHO:               Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing

WHAT:              Second Meeting

WHEN:             Wednesday, September 27

10:00am

WHERE:           206 Washington Street SW

Room 450

Atlanta, GA

30334

You can livestream this meeting here.

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Sen. Larry Walker serves as Secretary of the Senate Majority Caucus. He also serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Labor. He represents Senate District 20 which includes Bleckley, Dodge, Dooly, Laurens, Pulaski, Treutlen, and Wilcox Counties and a portion of Houston County. He can be reached at larry.walker@senate.ga.gov 

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First Meeting of 2023 Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing to be Held in Macon

ATLANTA (August 8, 2023) | On Thursday, August 10, the Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing will hold its first meeting of the year in Macon, Georgia. This committee, chaired by Senator Larry Walker III (R – Perry), will examine its current occupational licensing laws and requirements to determine if they should be modified or restructured to encourage, promote, and foster employment and healthy business growth in the state of Georgia.

WHO:               Senate Study Committee on Occupational Licensing

WHAT:              First Meeting

WHEN:             Thursday, August 10 at 10:00am

WHERE:           Office of the Secretary of State, Licensing Division

237 Coliseum Drive

Macon, GA 31217

The meeting agenda can be found here.

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Sen. Larry Walker serves as Secretary of the Senate Majority Caucus. He also serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Labor. He represents Senate District 20 which includes Bleckley, Dodge, Dooly, Laurens, Pulaski, Treutlen, and Wilcox Counties and a portion of Houston County. He can be reached at larry.walker@senate.ga.gov