ATLANTA (August 11, 2026) — On Thursday, August 13,at 9:00 a.m., the Joint Study Committee on Evaluating Escalating Costs in Georgia’s Foster Care System, co-chaired by Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick (R–Marietta) and Rep. Beth Camp (R–Concord), will hold its first hearing.
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ATLANTA (August 10, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker III (R–Perry) today applauded the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) State Board’s approval of a $1.5 million grant to establish the new Dodge County College & Career Academy.
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ATLANTA (August 10, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker III (R–Perry) has been recognized by the Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) with a 2026 Legislative Service Award for his leadership during the 2026 legislative session and his commitment to strengthening partnerships between the state and Georgia’s counties.
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ATLANTA (August 10, 2026) — Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Sen. Chuck Hufstetler (R–Rome), was recently honored by the Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) with a 2026 Legislative Service Award (see attached photo by ACCG) for his leadership and collaboration with Georgia county governments during the 2026 Legislative Session.
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Lawmakers ask State Board to hold required hearing without further delay.
ATLANTA (August 4, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker III (R–Perry) and House Appropriations Chairman Matt Hatchett (R–Dublin) have sent a joint letter to the Georgia State Board of Education requesting prompt action concerning the Dublin City School System’s accreditation status.
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