Official Press Releases
SHARPSBURG (June 8, 2010) – The Georgia Common Sense Lawful Carry Act, authored by State Sen. Mitch Seabaugh (R-Sharpsburg), was signed into law today by Gov. Sonny Perdue. Georgia’s 400,000 lawfully carrying citizens and Georgia’s law enforcement officials now have clearer guidelines as to where weapons can and cannot be carried. Continue reading “Georgia’s Lawful Carry Act signed into Law”
WOODSTOCK (June 8, 2010) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) has been named Senator of the Year for 2010 by the Georgia Retail Association (GRA) for his ongoing dedication to support Georgia businesses, particularly retailers. 2010 marks the 4th time Senator Rogers has won this prestigious award, more than any other legislator in state history.
Continue reading “Rogers Named Senator of the Year by Georgia Retailers”
ATLANTA (June 8, 2010) – Sen. Emanuel Jones (D-Decatur), chairman of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC), is inviting his constituents and Georgians everywhere for a round of golf at the prestigious Eagle’s Landing Country Club in Stockbridge on Friday, June 25, to benefit the GLBC scholarship fund. The tournament is open to the general public, who will have the chance to play alongside Jones and members of the caucus. Proceeds raised from ticket sales will go to benefit the GLBC scholarship fund, which has helped students from across the state pursue a higher education. Participants will have the opportunity to win exciting door prizes.
ATLANTA – Sen. David Shafer today released the following statement for use at a news conference called by Americans for Prosperity and The 912 Project supporting Senate Bill 1, the Zero Based Budget Act, and Senate Bill 148, the Legislative Sunset Commission Act. Continue reading “Sen. Shafer Calls on Governor to Sign Senate Bill 1, the Zero Based Budget Act”
ATLANTA (June 4, 2010) – Caleb’s Law sponsored by Senator Jack Murphy (R-Cumming), chairman of the Public Safety committee, was signed into Georgia law today by Gov. Sonny Perdue. Caleb Law’s (SB 360) will prohibit the use of a mobile phone for writing, sending, or reading a text-based message while operating a motor vehicle.