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August 10, 2020

Capitol Recap: Healthcare Legislation

By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)

As I have discussed before, our legislative business doesn’t end when we Sine Die. Our work continues year-round, as we serve the varying needs of the great people of this state. To that point, Governor Brian Kemp has recently signed into law a number of pieces of legislation that attempt to resolve some of our state’s most pressing challenges related to healthcare. Given the current climate, and the continuing escalation of COVID-19 cases throughout the nation, the health and safety of Georgians remains paramount. These bills aim to improve access, affordability and transparency of healthcare for our citizens, and subsequently serve to improve the well-being and financial security of healthcare consumers in Georgia. I would like to highlight a few of these bills here today.

July 13, 2020

Capitol Recap: Fiscal Year 2021 Budget

By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)

Although the 2020 session has come to an end, the impact of our legislative work endures as we continue to serve the great people of this state. Perhaps the largest indicator of our dedicated efforts this year has been the final passage and signage of the Fiscal Year 2021 budget (FY21) by Governor Kemp. With the prevalence of COVID-19 in our communities, businesses have faced new constraints and typical sources of revenue have either been postponed or stunted. Georgia, as a result, faced a new economic outlook than the one we were previously looking at in January. The FY21 budget is in no way one that we had anticipated, but while reductions were necessary, Georgia remains economically strong.

June 30, 2020

Capitol Recap: Sine Die

By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)

The 2020 session has finally come to an end, Sine Die, completing what was likely the most unusual session ever. This session has been unprecedented, marked by a public health emergency, which saw us suspend for three months, only to return to face a budget crisis amid civil unrest. Despite the remarkable challenges, we pressed on to fulfill our duties and to complete our work for the people of Georgia. I’m proud of the resilience and focus shown by the Senate. We, along with our dedicated staff, came together, under difficult circumstances, to pass meaningful legislation in order to move Georgia forward. As hard as it was, I remain encouraged by the confidence you place in me to represent you in Atlanta. Your input and trust in me has been a key part of my service, and I thank you. Your support empowers me to pass key pieces of legislation that benefit our local businesses and communities, and I would like to highlight a few now.

June 21, 2020

Capitol Recap: Week 10 of the 2020 Session

By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)

The Senate has now completed five out of the remaining eleven days of the 2020 session and as I had anticipated, we have been working rapidly, yet thoroughly, to make sure we pass all essential pieces of legislation before Sine Die. The fast paced environment at the state Capitol, paired with the excitement of returning, has produced an incredible amount of momentum and I have no doubt we will see many legislative successes in the final days. I would like to highlight a few of the positive developments we have made so far here.

June 15, 2020

Capitol Recap: Reconvening of the 2020 Session

By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)

As Monday marked the return of the Georgia General Assembly for the remainder of the 2020 legislative session, elected officials have stepped right back into our daily routines of vigorously working around the clock to support the people of Georgia. Albeit, the Gold Dome may look slightly different this time around, compared to March.