ATLANTA (May 13, 2026) — Tomorrow, Senate Minority Leader Harold Jones II (D–Augusta) and Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC) Chair Sen. Nikki Merritt (D–Grayson) will join House Minority Leader Carolyn Hugley (D–Columbus) and the ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union) of Georgia to hold a press conference on the Voting Rights Act.
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ATLANTA (October 29, 2025) — This week, Sen. Nikki Merritt (D–Grayson), Chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC), held a press conference with fellow caucus members and legislative colleagues to discuss impacts of the government shutdown on the state of Georgia.
“The federal government shutdown continues to force dire consequences on our marginalized communities,” said Sen. Merritt. “As Chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, I will continue to advocate for Georgia’s minority populations and lobby Congress to act with urgency. Behind every budget line item is a human being impacted by decisions made in Washington. SNAP benefits are set to expire, and Georgia’s K-12 meal program hangs in the balance, leaving our most vulnerable citizens hanging in the balance.
I want to thank the members of Georgia’s congressional delegation for standing by my side to bring attention to this situation. Georgia Democrats stand ready to act and call on Governor Brian Kemp to call a special session. Until that time comes, however, I want to remind Georgians that the power belongs to the people. Call your members of Congress to push for an end to this government shutdown.”
Congressional representatives Hank Johnson (GA-4) and Lucy McBath (GA-6) also attended the event. The federal government has remained shut down since October 1. The United States Department of Agriculture announced last week that no federal SNAP benefits will be issued after October 31, due to the ongoing shutdown.
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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
For all media inquiries, please reach out to SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
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. Nikki Merritt to Host Press Conference on Family and Workforce Justice Agenda
ATLANTA (February 28, 2025) — Today, February 28, at 1:00 p.m., Sen. Nikki Merritt (D–Grayson) will host a press conference to discuss her Family and Workforce Justice Agenda. During the press conference, the senator will roll out priorities and outline her agenda for the remainder of the 2025 legislative session.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Time: 1:00 p.m.
- Where: Georgia State Capitol, South Steps, 206 Washington St., Atlanta, GA 30334
- This event is open to the public.
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. 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. Nikki Merritt to Hold Press Conference on Georgia Legislative Black Caucus Priorities
ATLANTA (February 26, 2025) — Tomorrow, February 27, 2025, from 2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., Senator Nikki Merritt (D–Grayson) will host a press conference to unveil and discuss the priorities of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC).
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
- Time: 2:45 p.m. – 3:30 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 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