ATLANTA (May 28, 2025) — Last week, Lt. Governor Burt Jones appointed Sen. RaShaun Kemp (D–Atlanta) to the Senate Study Committee on Combating Chronic Absenteeism in Schools.
“I’m honored to be appointed by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones to serve on the Senate Study Committee on Combating Chronic Absenteeism in Schools,” said Sen. Kemp. “As a former educator, I have seen firsthand how critical consistent attendance is to a child’s academic success and long-term opportunity. For years, I’ve worked to support students, educators, and families both inside and outside the classroom. I look forward to bringing that experience to the table as we explore real, lasting solutions that help every child show up, stay engaged and succeed.”
The Senate Study Committee on Combating Chronic Absenteeism in Schools is tasked with communicating with school administrators, educators, parents, policymakers and community organizations to develop the best solution to address absenteeism in the state. Sen. John F. Kennedy (R–Macon) will serve as Chairman of the committee. Additional Senate members appointed to the committee include Sen. Clint Dixon (R–Mulberry), Sen. Billy Hickman (R–Statesboro), Sen. Freddie Powell Sims (D–Dawson) and Sen. Shawn Still (R–Norcross).
More information about Senate Study Committees can be found here.
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Sen. RaShaun Kemp represents the 38th Senate District, which includes a portion of Fulton County. He may be reached by phone at (404) 656-0105 or by email at rashaun.kemp@senate.ga.gov.
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