Results from the Special Session

ATLANTA (November 28, 2018)  | The Georgia General Assembly was ordered by Governor Deal to convene for a Special Legislative Session beginning on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. The purpose of the special session was to allocate money from the fiscal year 2019 amended budget to go towards relief efforts in southwest Georgia, where Hurricane Michael devastated acres of land and infrastructure. The Senate convened for a five-day special session, adjourning Sine Die on Saturday, November 17th. Continue reading “Results from the Special Session”

Sen. Larry Walker Carries Bill for Hurricane Relief

ATLANTA (November 19, 2018)  |  On Saturday, November 17, 2018, Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry) carried House Bill 4EX, which will provide an income tax credit to timberland owners who lost trees due to Hurricane Michael. Sen. Walker also supported HB 1EX, the fiscal year 2019 amended budget that allocates $270 million in funds to impacted regions. Both HB 1EX and HB 4EX received unanimous approval in the Senate and were signed by Governor Nathan Deal. Continue reading “Sen. Larry Walker Carries Bill for Hurricane Relief”