ATLANTA (January 31, 2017) | Governor Nathan Deal announced yesterday that Baldwin County would receive a grant reward as part of the Georgia Rural AP STEM Initiative. This initiative, which supports the implementation of AP programs in computer science and statistics, is the result of a partnership between the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement and the College Board. It is designed to create a vertical pathway to student success in AP STEM courses in high-need rural areas throughout Georgia. Continue reading “Baldwin County Receives AP STEM Grant Award”
Sen. Albers Commends Director Gary George
ATLANTA (January 26, 2017) | Sen. John Albers (R – Roswell) recognized Gary D. George, Director of the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety, for his 50 years of service and leadership with a presentation of Senate Resolution 44 in the Senate today. Continue reading “Sen. Albers Commends Director Gary George”
Sen. Brandon Beach Introduces Destination Resort Act
ATLANTA (January 26, 2017) | Sen. Brandon Beach (R – Alpharetta) today introduced Senate Bill 79, the Destination Resort Act, which would make the operation of two resort style casinos legal in Georgia. Rep. Ron Stephens (R – Savannah) also introduced House Bill 158, a companion bill to SB 79. Continue reading “Sen. Brandon Beach Introduces Destination Resort Act”
Sen. Mike Dugan Attended State of Tourism Breakfast
ATLANTA (January 26, 2017) | Chairman of the Senate Economic Development and Tourism Committee, Senator Mike Dugan (R – Carrollton), attended Georgia Chamber’s 2017 State of Tourism Breakfast Tuesday to learn about what is driving the tourism industry in Georgia. Continue reading “Sen. Mike Dugan Attended State of Tourism Breakfast”
Sen. Unterman Hosts Health Information Technology Day
ATLANTA (January 26, 2017) | Sen. Renee Unterman (R– Buford), with support from Lt. Governor Casey Cagle, presented Senate Resolution 40 recognizing January 26, 2017 as Health Information Technology Day in the Senate today. Continue reading “Sen. Unterman Hosts Health Information Technology Day”