ATLANTA (February 19, 2021) | This week, Sen. Elena Parent (D – Atlanta) introduced Senate Bill 186, the Transparency Act, a bill that would reform the redistricting process and provide for transparency and public input.
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ATLANTA (February 18, 2021) | This morning, the Senate Ethics Committee favorably reported Senate Bill 89, sponsored by President Pro Tempore Butch Miller (R – Gainesville) out of committee.
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ATLANTA, GA (February 17, 2021) | Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R – Dallas) announced today that he will be introducing legislation that supports a church and business owner’s right to keep their establishment open during a pandemic or other health emergency, if the business can abide by all safety precautions issued by state or local governments. He releases the following statement:
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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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