ATLANTA (July 17, 2013) – The Georgia Cable Association (GCA) named Sen. Jack Murphy (R-Cumming) a 2013 Broadband Leader of the Year. As chairman of the Senate Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee, Sen. Murphy worked closely with the GCA on several legislative priorities during the 2013 Session. Continue reading “Sen. Murphy Named a 2013 Broadband Leader”
James Magazine Selects Sen. Jeff Mullis to Receive Annual “Legislator of the Year” Honor
ATLANTA (July 10, 2013) – James magazine, one of Georgia’s leading publications discussing Georgia news and politics, has selected Senator Jeff Mullis (R – Chickamauga) as the magazine’s 2013 “Legislator of the Year”. The honor was listed in the magazine’s annual edition of the most influential Georgians, an honor given to leading individuals in business, government, politics, education, science and the arts.
“I am humbled and honored to be recognized as James magazine’s ‘Legislator of the Year’. Georgia has navigated its fair share of tough decisions over the past few years, but it is encouraging to see signs of recovery thanks to the innovative solutions passed by legislators, but generated by constituents. I am confident we will continue to see positive growth in our state,” said Senator Mullis.
Senator Mullis was recognized for work to improve statewide transportation infrastructure and commitment to creating sound public policy for Georgia. His unwavering loyalty to constituents and appointment as the Senate Rules Chairman in January 2013 were also cited in a special magazine profile about the honor. In addition, his conservative positions in several policy areas were also noted.
Mullis resides in Chickamauga, Georgia with his wife Teresa and two children. In addition to the James magazine honor, Senator Mullis received an A+ rating on the Georgia Chamber’s legislative scorecard earlier this year and was commended for his support regarding business community priorities.
RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
July 10, 2013
For Information Contact:
Jennifer Yarber, Interim Director
Jennifer.Yarber@senate.ga.gov
404.656.0028
Georgia State Senate Budget Office Director Tenders Resignation
ATLANTA (July 8, 2013) – Senate President Pro Tempore David Shafer (R-Duluth) announced today that Jason Fernandes has tendered his resignation as Director of the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office. His resignation will take effect December 1, 2013. Continue reading “Georgia State Senate Budget Office Director Tenders Resignation”
Senator Josh McKoon Selected for Senate Select Study Committee on Erin’s Law
ATLANTA (July 3, 2013) – Senator Josh McKoon (R – Columbus) has been selected to serve on the Senate Select Study Committee on Erin’s Law. This study committee will meet three times over the next several months to discuss policies aimed at reducing child sex abuse. Continue reading “Senator Josh McKoon Selected for Senate Select Study Committee on Erin’s Law”
David Cook Sworn In as 43rd Secretary of the Georgia State Senate
ATLANTA (July 2, 2013) – David Cook, the former Commissioner of Community Health under Governor Nathan Deal, was sworn in this afternoon as the 43rd Secretary of the Georgia State Senate. Cook was appointed in early May to the position by Senate President Pro Tempore David Shafer (R – Duluth) after an extensive search process. He succeeds the now-retired Bob Ewing. Cook was sworn in today at the Georgia State Capitol by Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle. Continue reading “David Cook Sworn In as 43rd Secretary of the Georgia State Senate”