ATLANTA (October 24, 2024) — Today, Sen. Donzella James (D–Atlanta) released the following statement regarding the Sapelo Island dock incident that took place on October 19:
Continue reading “Sen. Donzella James Statement on Sapelo Island Dock Incident”Senate Study Committee on Veterans’ Mental Health and Housing to Hold Fourth Meeting
ATLANTA (October 22, 2024) — On Tuesday, October 29,at 10:00 a.m., the Senate Study Committee on Veterans’ Mental Health and Housing, chaired by Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton), will hold its fourth hearing.
Continue reading “Senate Study Committee on Veterans’ Mental Health and Housing to Hold Fourth Meeting”Sen. Donzella James Honored with Pan-African American Leadership Award from African Women in Leadership Organization
ATLANTA (October 21, 2024) — On Saturday, October 19,Sen. Donzella James (D–Atlanta) was honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Recognition Award at the Pan-African American Leadership Awards ceremony. The ceremony, held in Atlanta, recognized the Senator for her decades of service to the people of Georgia.
Continue reading “Sen. Donzella James Honored with Pan-African American Leadership Award from African Women in Leadership Organization”Sen. Chuck Payne to Visit, Read to North Georgia Schoolchildren this Week
ATLANTA (October 7, 2024) — Beginning today, Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton) will visit eight pre-kindergarten (Pre-K) classes across the 54th Senate District as part of his ongoing effort to support early childhood education in Georgia. Sen. Payne will engage with Pre-K and elementary students by reading children’s books, emphasizing the importance of literacy and learning from a young age.
“Early education is where we lay the groundwork for our children’s future success,” said Sen. Payne. “By investing time and resources into our youngest learners, we ensure they are prepared for future opportunities. Our state’s teachers play an integral role in developing Georgia’s youngest minds each and every day. It’s an honor to be able to join teachers and students in the classroom this week.”
Sen. Payne will visit the following Pre-K programs between October 9 and October 13:
- Whitfield-Dalton Day Care Center
- Childcare Network #147
- Belwood Elementary
- Sonoraville Elementary
- Murray County Pre-K Center
- Brighter Tomorrow Child Development Center
- Eastside Elementary
- Gordon Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC)
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Sen. Chuck Payne serves as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans, Military and Homeland Security. He represents the 54th Senate District, which includes Whitfield and Murray County, as well as part of Gordon County. He may be reached at 404.463.5402 or by email at chuck.payne@senate.ga.gov.
Sen. Ed Harbison to Celebrate Naming of Honorable Richard H. Smith Memorial Interchange
ATLANTA (October 3, 2024) — On October 8, Chairman of the Senate Committee on State Institutions and Property, Sen. Ed Harbison (D–Columbus), will participate in the designation of the interchange of Interstate 185 at US-27-Alternate/Manchester Expressway as the Honorable Richard H. Smith Memorial Interchange in Columbus, Georgia.
Richard Smith was born in Wrightsville, Georgia in 1945. He served the public in numerous capacities, including as interim city manager for the Columbus Consolidated Government before serving as a city councilor from 1999 to 2002 and, later, as a state representative for Georgia House District 139. During his remarkable career as a legislator, Smith served as Chairman of the House Insurance Committee and, in 2020, was appointed Chair of the esteemed House Rules Committee.
Sen. Harbison spoke about the significance of the newly named intersection, stating, “I had the distinct honor of working alongside Richard Smith for many years, and his commitment to public service, unwavering integrity and profound commitment to serving this region left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. He was a dear friend and a pillar of the city of Columbus. The dedication of this interchange in his name is a tribute to his tireless work for the people of Columbus and a reminder of the high standards he set for leadership and service.”
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
- Time: 10:00 a.m.
- Location: Cunningham Center, Columbus State University; 3100 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA 31907
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Sen. Ed Harbison serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on State Institutions and Property. He represents the 15th Senate District, which includes Chattahoochee, Macon, Marion, Schley, Talbot and Taylor counties, as well as a portion of Muscogee County. He may be reached at 404.656.0074 or via email at ed.harbison@senate.ga.gov.
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