ATLANTA (October 18, 2013) – Senator Renee Unterman (R- Buford) was named “Legislator of the Year” by Georgia Women for a Change, a non-partisan, non-profit organization that seeks to raise awareness of the many challenges facing women today. Senator Unterman received this award because of her unwavering commitment to advancing the fight against human trafficking. Continue reading “Senator Unterman Named Legislator of the Year by Georgia Women for a Change”
Melody DeBussey Appointed Director of Georgia State Senate Budget Office
ATLANTA (October 18, 2013) – Senate President Pro Tempore David Shafer (R – Duluth) announced today that Melody DeBussey will succeed Jason Fernandes as Director of the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office. DeBussey joined the Georgia State Senate staff in 2006 and currently serves as the office’s Deputy Director. Continue reading “Melody DeBussey Appointed Director of Georgia State Senate Budget Office”
Sen. Nan Orrock Visits Local School to Celebrate Georgia Pre-K Week
ATLANTA (October 11, 2013) – Sen. Nan Orrock (D-Atlanta) read to a group of students and toured the Easter Seals Child Development Center today as part of Georgia Pre-K Week. Continue reading “Sen. Nan Orrock Visits Local School to Celebrate Georgia Pre-K Week”
Senator Unterman Named “Legislator of the Year” by American Academy of Pediatrics
ATLANTA (October 11, 2013) – Senator Renee Unterman (R- Buford) has received the “Legislator of the Year” Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics. She was recognized on October 11 at a luncheon held at the Crowne Plaza Ravinia in Dunwoody. Continue reading “Senator Unterman Named “Legislator of the Year” by American Academy of Pediatrics”
Metastatic Breast Cancer Forum at State Capitol
ATLANTA (October 10, 2013) – The Georgia Women’s Legislative Caucus, Center for Black Women’s Wellness and Komen Atlanta sponsored Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Forum at the State Capitol today, hosting a policy briefing for lawmakers. Continue reading “Metastatic Breast Cancer Forum at State Capitol”