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Statement from Sen. John Albers on Attempted Assassination of Former President Donald Trump

ATLANTA (July 14, 2024) — Please see below for a statement on behalf of Sen. John Albers (R–Roswell) regarding the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump:

“Last evening on July 13, 2024, a deranged individual attempted to assassinate the former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump.  This heinous act is counter to everything we believe in as Americans.  As the land of the free and the home of the brave, we applaud the quick response of my fellow first responders while we mourn for those who senselessly lost their lives or were injured.  I am grateful President Trump was not seriously injured, and like any patriotic American, I was proud as he courageously rose to his feet, showing his strength and resolve.

As the Georgia Senate Chairman of Public Safety, I urge all my fellow Georgians to pray, reflect, and use this moment of history to drop the rhetoric and get back to basic human principles.  It is dangerous and wrong when political opponents become enemies and use words such as “bullseye” and “threat.”   We are a Republic, not a democracy, and those who cannot understand the difference are not fit to lead or espouse their inaccurate rhetoric.  This foolish and dangerous behavior encourages others to act with terroristic intentions rather than having an honest debate.

There will be a full investigation, and the facts of this assassination attempt, brutal murder, and assault will become clearer in the days ahead.  I urge my fellow Georgians to express themselves in support of what they believe and hold most true at the ballot box this November.  Today is another day that will go down in American history with a cloud of alarm and angst. Still, it can also rise like a mighty tide leading to a better tomorrow with one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

God Bless America,

Senator John Albers”

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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at john.albers@senate.ga.gov

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AAPI LEAD, First National Membership Organization for AAPI Elected and Appointed Officials Launched

ATLANTA (July 11, 2024) — During a 3-day summit (June 19-21) hosted by the Asian Pacific American Leadership Foundation (APALF) in Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside NALEO, over 350 leaders from 26 states (plus the District of Columbia) convened to launch AAPI LEAD (Leadership Elected and AppointeD), the first-ever national membership-based organization for and by elected and appointed officials.

The summit convened the largest gathering of AANHPI elected and appointed officials from state, national, and local levels in U.S. history, aiming to organize elected and appointed officials.

“As the first president tapped to serve with the newly formed AAPI LEAD Board of Directors, I want our new organization to unleash the incredible leadership potential that AAPI elected and appointed leaders represent, because we are truly stronger together,” said Hon. David Chiu, San Francisco City Attorney & AAPI LEAD President. “We have much more work to do, to ensure that progress continues and that AAPIs have a seat at every table.”

“I am grateful to have been on the working committee to create this organization, the first-ever national membership-based organization for and by elected and appointed officials across the United States,” shared Sen. Sheikh Rahman (D–Lawrenceville). “I’m honored to be part of the inaugural board for AAPI LEAD and look forward to the meaningful collaboration and work that will be accomplished with my colleagues.”

The Honorary Advisory Board of Directors (non-voting) and inaugural AAPI LEAD Board consist of AAPI elected leaders from 15 states and territories, representing all levels of government — local, state, and national. The next convening is scheduled for July 23-25, 2025, once again alongside NALEO in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit www.aapilead.org.”

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Senator Sheikh Rahman represents the 5th Senate District which includes portions of Lawrenceville, Norcross, Duluth, Tucker, Lilburn and Peachtree Corners in Gwinnett County. He may be reached at 404.463.1318 or by email at sheikh.rahman@senate.ga.gov.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence to Hold Second Meeting

ATLANTA (July 9, 2024) — On Wednesday, July 17,2024, at 10:00 a.m., the Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence, chaired by Sen. John Albers (R–Roswell), will hold its second hearing.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 a.m.
  • Location: Georgia Institute of Technology, Dalney Building, 926 Dalney St NW, Atlanta, GA 30332
  • This event is open to the public and will be live-streamed on the Georgia General Assembly website here.

ABOUT THE MEETING:         

The committee is tasked with promoting responsible innovation, competition, and collaboration in public and private sectors will allow Georgia to be a leader in ensuring that such technology will advance in a way that enforces the existing consumer protection laws and principles for its citizens while enacting any additional appropriate safeguards against, fraud, unintended bias, discrimination, infringements on privacy, and other potential harms from AI.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:

We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Emily Leonard at Emily.Leonard@senate.ga.gov.

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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District, which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb, and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at john.albers@senate.ga.gov.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence to Hold First Meeting

ATLANTA (June 25, 2024) — On Wednesday, June 26,2024, at 10:00 a.m., the Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence, chaired by Sen. John Albers (R–Roswell), will hold its first hearing.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 a.m.
  • Location: 450 State Capitol, 18 Capitol Square SW, Atlanta, GA, 30334
  • This event is open to the public and will be live-streamed on the Georgia General Assembly website here.

ABOUT THE MEETING:         

Members are tasked with recommending measures to support the development and implementation of ethical standards that aim to preserve individuals’ dignity, autonomy, and self-determination.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:

We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Emily Leonard at Emily.Leonard@senate.ga.gov.

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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District, which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb, and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at john.albers@senate.ga.gov.

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President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy to Join Governor Brian P. Kemp on Mission to the Republic of Korea

ATLANTA (June 12, 2024) — Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy (R–Macon) is set to join Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp on an international mission to the Republic of Korea in a strategic effort to enhance Georgia’s position in the global marketplace. The State Delegation will also include State Representatives Soo Hong (R–Lawrenceville) and Lehman Franklin (R–Statesboro). They will be accompanied by representatives from the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Georgia Environmental Protection Division and Georgia Ports Authority.

This mission will include high-level meetings with existing industries that currently have operations or projects in Georgia, such as companies like Hyundai Motor Group, Kia, CJ Foodville, LG Group, SK Group, and Hanwha Qcells. The delegation’s comprehensive agenda is designed to strengthen economic ties with the Republic of Korea and promote Georgia as a premier destination for business operations and growth.

Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy emphasized the importance of these international partnerships and the potential benefits for our state:

“Our mission to the Republic of Korea is a testament to Georgia’s proactive approach to building and sustaining global economic partnerships. By continuing to foster strong relationships with our existing partners, we are not only reinforcing our current ties but also paving the way for future opportunities that will drive economic growth and create more jobs for hardworking Georgians. I’m honored to join our Governor and First Lady on this significant mission and look forward to the fruitful outcomes it will bring for our state.”

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Sen. John F. Kennedy serves as the President Pro Tempore of the Georgia State Senate. He represents the 18th Senate District, which includes Upson, Monroe, Peach, Crawford, as well as portions of Bibb and Houston County. He may be reached at 404.656.6578 or by email at john.kennedy@senate.ga.gov.