Sen. Matt Brass to Lead Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations

ATLANTA (September 17, 2024) — Senate Rules Chairman Sen. Matt Brass (R–Newnan) has appointed a Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations, where he will serve as Chair. The subcommittee will examine homeowners associations (HOAs), which are organizations in residential communities responsible for enforcing rules and regulations, maintaining common areas and managing community services across Georgia. Upon its conclusion, it will ensure these entities comply with state law and uphold residents’ constitutional rights.

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Sen. Chuck Payne Participates in NCSL Youth Site Visit on Community-Based Models

ATLANTA (September 10, 2024) — Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton) recently participated in the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Youth Site Visit on Community-Based Models in San Diego, California. The two-day event focused on community-based juvenile justice models and brought together legislators from across the country to explore innovative approaches to supporting and rehabilitating youth. Sen. Payne was one of 10 state legislators nationwide selected to attend.

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Sen. Donzella James Hosts Senate Urban Affairs Committee Meeting in Savannah

ATLANTA (September 9, 2024) Last week, Sen. Donzella James (D–Atlanta), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Urban Affairs, held a hearing at Savannah Technical College. The meeting brought together committee members, stakeholders and the general public to discuss issues related to homeownership, property ownership, rent control and home owners, property owners and condominium owners associations.

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Senate Special Committee on Investigations to Hold Sixth Hearing

ATLANTA (September 9, 2024) — On Friday, September 13,at 10:00 a.m., the Senate Special Committee on Investigations, chaired by Sen. Bill Cowsert (R–Athens), will hold its sixth hearing.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: Friday, September 13, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 a.m.
  • Location: 450 State Capitol, 206 Washington St SW, Atlanta, GA, 30334
  • Open to the Public: The event is open to the public. The committee meeting will be live-streamed on the Senate website here.
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Sen. Ed Harbison Recognizes the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation

ATLANTA (September 6, 2024) Today, Sen. Ed Harbison (D–Columbus) proudly recognized the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (WHINSEC) for its exceptional role in providing professional education and training to military, civilian and law enforcement personnel.

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