Sen. William Ligon Appointed as Chair of Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee

ATLANTA (January 10, 2017)  |  Sen. William Ligon (R – Brunswick) was recently appointed to serve as Chair of the Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee and as a member on several influential committees for the 2017 Legislative Session by the Senate Committee on Assignments.

“Our financial institutions are the backbone of Georgia’s economy, therefore, it is imperative that we continue to research and analyze legislation that will strengthen these institutions for the long run,” said Sen. Ligon.  “I am thankful to the Committee on Assignments for this chairmanship and look forward to getting to work for the betterment of all Georgians.”

In addition to being appointed Chairman of the Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee, Sen. Ligon will also serve as Vice Chairman of the Senate Ethics and Reapportionment Committees, and as a member on the Senate Appropriations, Health and Human Services and Judiciary Committees.

“Sen. William Ligon 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 Banking and Financial Institutions Committee and am confident Sen. Ligon 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 10, 2017

For Information Contact:
Ines Owens, Acting Director
Brittany Wagner, Communications Specialist
Brittany.wagner@senate.ga.gov
404.656.0028