ATLANTA (February 15, 2021) | Sen. Dean Burke (R – Bainbridge) recently announced that the Georgia Forest Land Protection Act (FLPA) will be reimbursing funds back into school districts for the following counties: Colquitt, Decatur, Early, Grady, Miller, Mitchell, Seminole and Thomas.
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By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)
Our work in the General Assembly carried on this week and with 16 legislative days behind us and over 10 bills passed on the Senate Floor, I believe we are working efficiently to pass pieces of legislation that promote the good of this state. While Georgia has shown its strength and resilience throughout the pandemic, the conversations I have had with you make me well aware of the issues still affecting our district. As we continue to find ways we can better your lives, communities and businesses, know that I am working on behalf of you.
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ATLANTA (February 10, 2021) | In response to the Senate passing House Bill 80, the Amended Fiscal Year 2021 budget, Senator Jason Anavitarte (R – Dallas) issues the following statement:
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ATLANTA (February 9, 2021) | In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, Senator Jason Anavitarte (R – Dallas) issues the following statement:
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By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)
As the legislative session continues on, our work in the state Capitol has reached a steady pace and our time has been split between Appropriations meetings, to discuss the Amended Fiscal Year 2021 (AFY21 budget), and standing committee meetings to review legislation. Almost a full month into the session, our priorities have not changed, and I remain committed to advocating for Senate District 20 and fighting for our conservative values. The current circumstances we are in are challenging, but I assure you that I am working hard to make sure your concerns are addressed and that state government is responsive to you, the taxpayer.
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