ATLANTA (March 28, 2025) — Yesterday, House Bill 127 passed out the Senate Committee on Education and Youth, prohibiting public schools, local education agencies and public postsecondary institutions from promoting or maintaining programs that advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion.
Continue reading “Senators Elena Parent, RaShaun Kemp, Donzella James, Sonya Halpern and Freddie Powell Sims Condemn Committee Passage of DEI Legislation”Sen. Sonya Halpern Applauds Passage of ‘Georgia Office and Music Ready Communities Act’ by Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism
ATLANTA (February 27, 2025) — On Monday, Sen. Sonya Halpern’s (D–Atlanta) legislation, Senate Bill 182, the “Georgia Music Office and Music Ready Communities Act,” passed unanimously out of the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism.
Continue reading “Sen. Sonya Halpern Applauds Passage of ‘Georgia Office and Music Ready Communities Act’ by Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism”Sen. Sonya Halpern, Rep. Marvin Lim and Department of Natural Resources Recognize Winners of Art Contest
ATLANTA (January 17, 2025) — On Wednesday, Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta), Rep. Marvin Lim (D–Norcross) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) held a joint press conference and award ceremony at the Georgia State Capitol. The event, celebrated 15 high school students who won an art contest showcasing Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites, an initiative launched by the DNR in partnership with Sen. Halpern and Rep. Lin. The winning artwork was displayed as part of Keeping Georgia Wild Day.
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ATLANTA (January 15, 2025) — On Monday, Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta) was sworn in by Judge Trent Brown to serve the 39th Senate District for her third term. The Democratic Caucus also elected Sen. Halpern to serve as Democratic Vice Chair for a second term.
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ATLANTA (October 1, 2024) – In a significant move to bolster support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta), has announced a new partnership between her office and the HBCU Brilliance Initiative. This collaboration aims to enhance funding, resources and opportunities for HBCUs, empowering them to continue their vital role in the community.
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