ATLANTA (March 27, 2009) – State Senator Kasim Reed’s (D-Atlanta) honored and recognized Dr. Rogsbert Phillips and Sister’s by Choice, Inc. today with an “Outstanding Community Service Award” for their tireless efforts in raising breast cancer awareness. Continue reading “SENATOR REED HONORS DR. ROGSBERT PHILIPS AND SISTER’S BY CHOICE INC.”
Notes from the Senate
ATLANTA (March 27, 2009)— As this Legislative session comes to an end, I am focusing my time to ensure my bills in the House can see a passage on to the Governor. With only 3 legislative days left, all the hard work from this year comes to a head. Along with my colleagues, our focus has been to see an overall lifestyle improvement for you, and some effective legislation has gone through to support this. Below is an updated account on the progression of the most important bills I have written or supported.
General Assembly Offers Real Stimulus to Georgians
By Sen. Chip Pearson
ATLANTA (March 27, 2009) – The General Assembly took heed this week to provide Georgia citizens with solutions that will stimulate the state’s economy. Two important sectors of the economy are targeted under measures on their way to final passage: housing and jobs.
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Darfur Contract Prohibition Passes
ATLANTA (March 26, 2009) – Bi-partisan legislation authored by Senator David Adelman (D-Atlanta) prohibiting Georgia state government entities from entering into contracts with companies that have certain business interests in Sudan passed the Georgia House of Representatives today. The bill passed the state Senate earlier this year and now goes to Governor Sonny Perdue’s desk to be signed into law.
Sen. Pearson Leads Stephens’ Housing Credit (HB 261) to Final Passage
ATLANTA (March 26, 2009) – Sen. Chip Pearson (R-Dawsonville) was successful today in his joint effort with Rep. Ron Stephens (R-Savannah) to bring relief to Georgia’s housing market. Homebuyers will receive a one-time, $3,600 home buying tax credit under House Bill 261, which received an overwhelming vote of support in the Senate.
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