ATLANTA (January 13, 2017) | Sen. Michael Williams (R – Cumming) was appointed to serve as the chairman for the Senate Appropriations Sub-Committee on Fiscal Management and General Government on Tuesday, January 10, 2017.
“I look forward to leading this Appropriations Sub-Committee,” Sen. Williams said. “It’s important that we keep a close eye on our government’s spending and actions, and I’m excited to have the opportunity to serve in this capacity.”
In addition to this chairmanship, Sen. Williams will also serve as secretary of the Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee and as a member of the Senate Appropriations, Ethics, Finance and Public Safety Committees.
“Sen. Michael Williams has distinguished himself as a leader in the Senate, someone who is committed to advancing the interests of every Georgia citizen,” said Lt. Governor Casey Cagle. “I look forward to his work as chair of the Senate Appropriations Sub-Committee on Fiscal Management and General Government and am confident Sen. Williams will bring a great deal of insight to the legislation that comes before his committee.”
“The Georgia Senate is composed of individuals with a breadth of talent and experience,” said President Pro Tem David Shafer (R-Duluth). “I believe our new committee chairs and members have the right expertise to address critical issues. I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure that Georgia’s priorities are the Senate’s priorities.”
Once a piece of legislation is introduced in the Senate, it is assigned to a Committee, depending on its topic. If the Committee gives the legislation a “do pass” recommendation, then the proposed law is sent to the Rules Committee for consideration. The appointed chairs will oversee the operation and order of Senate committee meetings, including calling for action on bills, resolutions or other matters assigned to that committee.
The first session of the 154th Georgia General Assembly convened on January 9, 2017 at the Georgia State Capitol.
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For Immediate Release:
January 13, 2017
For Information Contact:
Ines Owens, Acting Director
Brittany Wagner, Communications Specialist
Brittany.wagner@senate.ga.gov
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