ATLANTA (December 12, 2024) — Today, Sen. Billy Hickman (R–Statesboro) is pleased to announce that Lee Cromley, a family farmer from Bulloch County, has been appointed by Lt. Governor Burt Jones to serve on the Georgia Farmland Advisory Council. Sen. Hickman recommended Cromley for the position, citing his extensive experience and dedication to Georgia’s agricultural community.
Continue reading “Sen. Billy Hickman Applauds Lee Cromley’s Appointment to Georgia Farmland Advisory Council”Senate Study Committee on Access to Affordable Childcare to Hold Fourth Meeting
ATLANTA (December 11, 2024) — On Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., the Senate Study Committee on Access to Affordable Childcare, chaired by Sen. Brian Strickland (R–McDonough), will hold its fourth hearing.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
- Time: 2:00 p.m.
- Location: 307 CLOB, 18 Capitol Sq. SW, Atlanta GA 30334
- This event is open to the public and will be live-streamed on the Georgia General Assembly website here.
ABOUT THE MEETING:
Members will recommend measures to increase access to affordable child care in Georgia. This committee was created pursuant to Senate Resolution 471 during the 2024 Legislative Session. You can find more information about this study committee here.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Jantz Womack at SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
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Sen. Brian Strickland serves as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Judiciary. He represents the 17th Senate District, which includes all of Morgan and portions of Henry, Newton and Walton County. Sen. Strickland may be reached by phone at 404.463.6598 or by email at Brian.Strickland@senate.ga.gov.
Senate Special Committee on the Protection of Women’s Sports to Hold Final Meeting
ATLANTA (December 11, 2024) — On Friday, December 13 at 8:30 a.m., the Senate Special Committee on the Protection of Women’s Sports, chaired by Sen. Greg Dolezal (R–Cumming), will hold its final hearing.
Continue reading “Senate Special Committee on the Protection of Women’s Sports to Hold Final Meeting”Sen. Nikki Merritt Elected Chair of Georgia Legislative Black Caucus
ATLANTA (December 11, 2024) — This week,Sen. Nikki Merritt (D–Grayson) was elected Chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC). The caucus, currently the largest legislative Black caucus in the United States with 75 members, “seeks to protect the general welfare of Black people, other people of color and disadvantaged citizens of Georgia in matters of health and welfare, education, social and criminal justice, employment and economic empowerment.”
Continue reading “Sen. Nikki Merritt Elected Chair of Georgia Legislative Black Caucus”Sen. Larry Walker Highlights $2.26 Million Grant for Workforce Housing in Hawkinsville
ATLANTA (December 6, 2024) — This week,Sen. Larry Walker III (R–Perry) proudly announced that the City of Hawkinsville has been awarded $2,260,505 through Governor Brian Kemp’s Rural Workforce Housing Initiative. This transformative grant will fund critical road, water, and sewer infrastructure improvements, enabling the construction of 58 new single-family housing units within the 220 McCormick Avenue Subdivision.
“This is a tremendous win for Hawkinsville and the hardworking families who call our community home,” said Sen. Walker. “This funding will expand access to affordable housing and strengthen our local economy by providing workers with the stability they need to thrive. I commend Governor Kemp and the OneGeorgia Authority for their unwavering commitment to ensuring that rural Georgia remains a great place to live, work and raise a family.”
The new housing development reflects a collaborative effort between the City of Hawkinsville, which is contributing $70,000, and Hive Construction, which is investing an additional $124,000. These partnerships and the state’s commitment represent a total project cost exceeding $2.45 million.
“This project is an example of how public and private collaboration can address critical workforce housing needs,” added Sen. Walker. “By investing in the infrastructure needed to create these homes, we’re investing in the long-term success of our community.”
First introduced in Governor Kemp’s 2023 State of the State Address, the Rural Workforce Housing Initiative addresses the pressing need for housing in rapidly growing rural areas. Backed by funding from the Georgia General Assembly, the initiative is a key component of the state’s broader strategy to sustain its economic momentum.
The 220 McCormick Avenue Subdivision is expected to significantly benefit Hawkinsville’s workforce by offering high-quality, affordable housing options for local families and employees. These improvements align with Georgia’s commitment to fostering vibrant and sustainable communities across the state.
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Sen. Larry Walker III serves as Secretary of the Senate Majority Caucus and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Labor. He also serves as a member of the OneGeorgia Authority Overview Committee. He represents Senate District 20, including Bleckley, Dodge, Dooly, Laurens, Pulaski, Treutlen, and Wilcox Counties and a large portion of Houston County. He can be reached at larry.walker@senate.ga.gov.
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