ATLANTA (February 22, 2013) –Senator Vincent Fort (D- Atlanta) today led the passage of Senate Bill 92 out of the Senate Urban Affairs Committee. The legislation would permit a car rental tax to be used for public transit, constructions and improvements. Continue reading “Sen. Fort Leads Passage of Public Transit Bill through Urban Affairs Committee”
Alpha Gamma Rho Honored by Georgia State Senate
ATLANTA (February 22, 2013) – Members of the Alpha Gamma Rho professional fraternity were honored with Senate Resolution 193 at the Georgia State Capitol on Wednesday, February 20. Over 100 active brothers from the Alpha Eta chapter at The University of Georgia and the Gamma Delta chapter from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College were present to visit with legislators and other elected officials, including ten alumni members of the fraternity. Continue reading “Alpha Gamma Rho Honored by Georgia State Senate”
Sen. Jackson and Organizing for Action Stand in Solidarity with President Obama’s Plan on Gun Violence Prevention
ATLANTA (February 22, 2013) –Senator Lester Jackson (D-Savannah) held a press conference today with Organizing for Action and Senator Vincent Fort (D-Atlanta) to mobilize efforts for legislation to prevent gun violence. Continue reading “Sen. Jackson and Organizing for Action Stand in Solidarity with President Obama’s Plan on Gun Violence Prevention”
Senate Passes Bill to Reestablish the Career and Technical Education Advisory Commission
ATLANTA (February 22, 2013) – The Senate passed Senate Bill 100 to reestablish the Career and Technical Education Advisory Commission by a vote of 47-2 today. Continue reading “Senate Passes Bill to Reestablish the Career and Technical Education Advisory Commission”
Sen. James Champions Resolution to Strengthen Ties with African Nations
ATLANTA, GA (February 22, 2013) – Senator Donzella James (D- Atlanta) led the passage of Senate Resolution 9 with vote of 41 – 1 today in the Senate Chamber. Continue reading “Sen. James Champions Resolution to Strengthen Ties with African Nations”