ATLANTA (June 4, 2010) – Caleb’s Law sponsored by Senator Jack Murphy (R-Cumming), chairman of the Public Safety committee, was signed into Georgia law today by Gov. Sonny Perdue. Caleb Law’s (SB 360) will prohibit the use of a mobile phone for writing, sending, or reading a text-based message while operating a motor vehicle.
Senator Rogers’ Property Tax Overhaul Signed into Georgia Law
ATLANTA (June 4, 2010) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers’ (R-Woodstock) much anticipated Property Tax Assessment and Appeals Reform Bill (SB346) was signed into law today by Gov. Sonny Perdue. The bill is aimed at ensuring all Georgia properties are properly assessed at Fair Market Value and that property owners have guaranteed rights to appeal.
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NFIB/Georgia Honors Sen. Jeff Mullis as Guardian of Small Business
ATLANTA, June 3, 2010 – The Georgia office of the National Federation of Independent Business has presented state Sen. Jeff Mullis (R-Chickamauga) with its coveted Guardian of Small Business Award.
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Rogers: Law Enforcement key to securing our Nation & Communities
ATLANTA (June 3, 2010) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) released the following statement regarding the apprehension of three suspects that are suspected of being illegal aliens and possibly members of the 18th Street Gang:
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Georgia’s Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Gain Greater Ability to Vote
ATLANTA (June 3, 2010) – Governor Sonny Perdue has signed into law House Bill 1073 giving Georgia’s military and overseas citizens a greater ability to cast ballots and register to vote. Sen. Jim Butterworth (R-Clarkesville) sponsored the legislation through the Senate. Continue reading “Georgia’s Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Gain Greater Ability to Vote”