ATLANTA (February 11, 2013) – Sen. Brandon Beach (R-Alpharetta) introduced Senate Bill 141, also known as the “Patient Relief Act,” in the State Senate today. The act would replace the state’s current medical malpractice system with a no-blame, administrative model and would reduce healthcare costs. Continue reading “Sen. Brandon Beach Introduces “Patient Relief Act” in State Senate”
Statement from Sen. Jeff Mullis on Hays State Prison
ATLANTA (February 7, 2013) – Sen. Jeff Mullis (R- Chickamauga) has released the following statement regarding the recent developments at Hays State Prison in Trion: Continue reading “Statement from Sen. Jeff Mullis on Hays State Prison”
Statement from Sen. Chuck Hufstetler Regarding Hays State Prison
ATLANTA (February 6, 2013) – Sen. Chuck Hufstetler (R-Rome) has released the following statement regarding the events at Hays State Prison: Continue reading “Statement from Sen. Chuck Hufstetler Regarding Hays State Prison”
Sen. Valencia Recognizes Lite House, Inc. for Contributions to Community
ATLANTA (February 6, 2013) – Sen. Valencia Seay (D-Riverdale) presented Lite House, Inc. with Senate Resolution 118 in the Chamber today. She commended their commitment to ensure personalized year-round educational and enrichment opportunities for at-risk-youths in Fayetteville. Continue reading “Sen. Valencia Recognizes Lite House, Inc. for Contributions to Community”
Statewide Alzheimer’s and Dementia Task Force Plan Passes the Senate
ATLANTA (February 6, 2012) – Senate Bill 14, which would establish a statewide Alzheimer’s and Dementia Task Force responsible for assessing the current and future impact of these diseases in Georgia, passed the Senate today by a vote of 51-0. Sen. Renee Unterman (R-Buford), Chair of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, sponsored this legislation to build the necessary infrastructure for patient programs. Task force members will also examine existing programs and determine the need for additional legislation. Continue reading “Statewide Alzheimer’s and Dementia Task Force Plan Passes the Senate”