ATLANTA (January 15, 2013) – Sen. Curt Thompson (D-Tucker) has been named Chairman of Special Judiciary Committee for the 2013- 2014 term by the Senate Committee on Assignments.
“I’m thankful for the opportunity to use my legal background as a practicing attorney to provide leadership for my colleagues in the Special Judiciary Committee,” said Sen. Thompson. “I look forward to bridging the partisanship divide while representing the minority voice as a Chairman.”
The Special Judiciary Committee addresses issues such as legislative assistance to all legal areas of legislation for the Judiciary Committee as well as providing necessary facilitation for any authorized areas.
Sen. Thompson is also a member of the Appropriations, Ethics and Natural Resources and the Environment committees.
“I’m humbled to preside over a Senate that is strongly unified and filled with individuals that are hard-working, intelligent and dedicated to solving problems,” Lieutenant Governor Cagle said. “I look forward to working hand-in-hand with Chairman Thompson, who is extremely well-versed and passionate about this important subject matter, to deliver Georgians real results on the major issues facing this State.”
“We are fortunate to have a wealth of talent and experience in the State Senate,” said President Pro Tem David Shafer (R-Duluth). “I have every confidence in our new committee leadership team.”
Once a piece of legislation is introduced in the Senate, it is assigned to a Committee, depending on its topic. If the Committee gives the legislation a “do pass” recommendation, then the proposed law is sent to the Rules Committee for consideration. The appointed chairs will oversee the operation and order of Senate committee meetings, including calling for action on bills, resolutions or other matters assigned to that committee.
The first term of the 152nd Legislative Session of the Georgia General Assembly convened January 14, 2013 at the Georgia State Capitol.
RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
January 15, 2013
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