ATLANTA (June 3, 2019) | Today, the United States Congress approved a $19.1 billion disaster relief bill which includes an appropriation of $3 billion for farmers who suffered crop loss from Hurricane Michael. The spending bill will address damage left from natural disasters across 12 states, Puerto Rico and the Mariana Islands. Continue reading “Federal Disaster Relief for Georgia’s Farmers Announced”
Sen. Steve Gooch Appointed to the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics
ATLANTA (May 20, 2019) | Last week, Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan appointed Senator Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) to serve on the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics. Continue reading “Sen. Steve Gooch Appointed to the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics”
Federal Disaster Relief Announced
ATLANTA (May 17, 2019) | Earlier this week the Trump administration announced that Georgia will receive $34.9 million to assist those affected by Hurricane Michael. The funding will address rebuilding and fixing infrastructure in Southwest and Middle Georgia. Continue reading “Federal Disaster Relief Announced”
Sen. Burt Jones to Serve on the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics
ATLANTA (May 15, 2019) | Sen. Burt Jones (R – Jackson) has been appointed by Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan to serve on the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics. Continue reading “Sen. Burt Jones to Serve on the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics”
Senate Bills 9 and 29 Signed by Governor
ATLANTA (May 14, 2019) | Senate Bills 9 and 29, both sponsored by Sen. Harold Jones II (D – Augusta), were signed by Gov. Brian Kemp on May 7, 2019. Continue reading “Senate Bills 9 and 29 Signed by Governor”