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Georgians Voice Serious Concerns over Broken Property Tax System

ATLANTA (Dec. 18, 2009) – Georgians from across the state gathered at the State Capitol this week to voice concerns and objections to Georgia’s current property tax system.   Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) is chairing the Property Tax Assessment Committee to reform Georgia’s tax system and put the greater burden on the government rather than the taxpayer. Continue reading “Georgians Voice Serious Concerns over Broken Property Tax System”

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A Commitment to Strengthening Small Business

By: Sen. Cecil Staton

There is no hiding the fact that permanent job creation is the main catalyst for Georgia’s economic recovery.  A clear focus is needed on improving the tools and resources that businesses across this state have to invest in new jobs and grow their companies.  In our state over 97 percent of businesses are classified as small businesses (under 500 employees).  Small firms make up half the state workforce and created 80 percent of new Georgia jobs from 1990-2003 (GA Dept. of Economic Development).  These entrepreneurs and owners are vital to providing hard-working Georgians new opportunities and for the state to prosper and grow as a whole.   Continue reading “A Commitment to Strengthening Small Business”

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Rogers: David Ralston as next Speaker of the House

ATLANTA (Dec. 17, 2009) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) released the following statementtoday regarding the election of David Ralston as the next Speaker of the House:

“David Ralston is an excellent choice for Speaker of the House.  He is well respected on both sides of the aisle and both sides of the Capitol.  I am confident we will work together to solve the serious issues facing Georgia.”  Continue reading “Rogers: David Ralston as next Speaker of the House”