ATLANTA (March 26, 2013) – Senator Ronald Ramsey (D-Lithonia) and Governor Nathan Deal presented the Miller Grove High School Varsity Boys Basketball team with Senate Resolution 565 on Monday in honor of their five consecutive state championships. Continue reading “Sen. Ronald Ramsey and Gov. Nathan Deal Honor Miller Grove High School Boys Basketball Team”
Bill Allowing Military Certifications to be used for Professional Licensure Passes the Senate
ATLANTA (March 26, 2013) – The Georgia Senate passed House Bill 188 by a vote of 51 to 3. Sponsored by Sen. Hunter Hill (R- Smyrna), this legislation allows military training to be used to obtain professional licenses and credentials in Georgia. Continue reading “Bill Allowing Military Certifications to be used for Professional Licensure Passes the Senate”
Ignition Interlock Devices for DUI offenders Bill Passes the Senate
ATLANTA (March 26, 2013) – House Bill 407, which was carried in the Senate by Sen. Butch Miller (R-Gainesville), passed the Senate today by a vote of 48 to 1. This bill requires ignition interlock devices to be installed in vehicles of DUI offenders convicted of a second offense. Continue reading “Ignition Interlock Devices for DUI offenders Bill Passes the Senate”
Bill Protecting Consumer Electronic Fund Transfers Passes the Senate
ATLANTA (March 26, 2013) – House Bill 289, which was carried in the Senate by Sen. Butch Miller (R-Gainesville) passed the Senate today by a vote of 47 to 4. This bill will preserve consumer protections as part of the Federal Electronic Funds Act (EFTA). Continue reading “Bill Protecting Consumer Electronic Fund Transfers Passes the Senate”
Sen. Loudermilk Sponsors the Taxpayer Relief Act
ATLANTA (March 26, 2013) – Sen. Barry Loudermilk (R- Cassville) sponsored Senate Resolution 594, also known as the “Taxpayer Relief Act” to encourage fiscally responsible state spending. Continue reading “Sen. Loudermilk Sponsors the Taxpayer Relief Act”