ATLANTA (May 28, 2025) — Tomorrow, Minority Leader Sen. Harold Jones II (D–Augusta) and Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes (D–Duluth) will hold a press conference alongside community advocates to address women’s access to medical care under Georgia’s abortion law.
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ATLANTA (May 19, 2025)—On Tuesday, May 20, Senate Rules Chairman Matt Brass (R–Newnan) will participate in a tour of the Central Education Center (CEC) with British Consul General Rachel Galloway. The tour will take place at the CEC’s headquarters, where CEO Mark Whitlock will provide an overview of workforce development supporting industries throughout the State of Georgia.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
- Time: 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
- Where: 160 M.L.K. Jr. Drive, Newnan, GA 30263
- This event is open to members of the media ONLY.
Biographies for British Consul General Rachel Galloway and CEC CEO Mark Whitlock can be found below.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Jantz Womack at SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
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Sen. Matt Brass serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Rules. Sen. Brass represents the 6th Senate District, which includes Coweta and Heard, as well as parts of Carroll County. He can be reached at (404) 656-0057 or by email at matt.brass@senate.ga.gov.
For all media inquiries, please reach out to SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
Sen. Ed Setzler to Hold Press Conference on Religious Freedom Restoration Act
ATLANTA (March 31, 2025) — Tomorrow, April 1, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Senator Ed Setzler (R–Acworth) will host a press conference to discuss SB 36, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, with members of the news media.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Location: South Steps, 206 Washington St SW, Atlanta, GA, 30334
- This event is open to the public.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Jantz Womack at SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
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Sen. Nikki Merritt to Hold Grayson Delegation Town Hall Meeting
ATLANTA, GA (March 26, 2025) — Today, Sen. Nikki Merritt (D–Grayson) will host a Grayson Delegation town hall meeting alongside Rep. Segun Adeyina (D–Grayson) and Rep. Gabe Okoye (D–Lawrenceville) to discuss legislative updates from the session so far and community concerns with constituents.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
- Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Location: Grayson Senior Center, 475 Grayson Parkway, Grayson, GA 30017
- This event is open to the public.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS:
Please RSVP to info@segunforgeorgia.com.
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Sen. Nikki Merritt represents the 9th Senate District which includes portions of Gwinnett County. She may be reached at 404.463.2260 or via email at nikki.merritt@senate.ga.gov
Sen. Donzella James to Hold Diaspora Day Press Conference
ATLANTA (March 17, 2025) — Tomorrow, March 18, at 1:00 p.m., Sen. Donzella James (D–Atlanta) will hold a press conference on Diaspora Day.
MEETING DETAILS:
- Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- Time: 1:00 p.m.
- Location: South Steps, State Capitol, 206 Washington St SW, Atlanta, GA, 30334
- This event is open to the public.
ABOUT THE PRESS CONFERENCE:
Sen. James will speak on the importance of International Diaspora Day. International Diaspora Day is observed annually and recognizes the economic, social and cultural impact of individuals who have migrated from their countries of origin while maintaining strong ties to their heritage. The day serves as a platform for discussions on policies that support diaspora engagement, international cooperation and the role of global communities in fostering development and unity.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Jantz Womack at SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
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Sen. Donzella James serves as the Chair of the Senate Committee on Urban Affairs. She represents the 35th Senate District, which includes portions of Douglas and Fulton counties. She may be reached by phone at 404.463.1379 or by email at donzella.james@senate.ga.gov