Official Press Releases
ATLANTA (May 14, 2024) – On Sunday, May 12, Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta), Vice Chair of the Senate Democratic Caucus, gave the commencement address at the University of Hartford’s 2024 graduation ceremony.
Continue reading “Sen. Sonya Halpern Gives University of Hartford 2024 Commencement Address “ATLANTA (May 6, 2024) – Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta), Vice Chair of the Senate Democratic Caucus, has been named a ‘2024 Legislator of the Year’ by JAMES Magazine. The award is featured in their March-April edition, dubbed “The Most Influential Issue.”
Continue reading “JAMES Magazine Names Sen. Sonya Halpern ‘2024 Legislator of the Year’”ATLANTA (March 11, 2024) — On Wednesday, March 13th, Sen. Sonya Halpern, (D–Atlanta) will host a press conference in honor of HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) Heritage Day in partnership with Governor Brian P. Kemp.
Continue reading “Sen. Sonya Halpern to Host Fourth Annual HBCU Heritage Day”ATLANTA (Feb. 26, 2024) – Today the Georgia Senate granted Senate Bill 235 full passage. This measure, sponsored by Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta), aims to establish the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity Planning Districts Commission under the University System of Georgia.
Continue reading “Sen. Sonya Halpern Applauds Passage of Legislation to Further Support Georgia HBCUs”By Sen. Sonya Halpern (D-Atlanta)
ATLANTA (December 27, 2023) — I recently had the privilege of visiting Finland, a country renowned for its commitment to educational excellence and equity. This eye-opening experience has reaffirmed my belief in the need to prioritize excellence and equity in our educational agenda.
Continue reading “Editorial: Prioritizing Excellence and Equity in Education: Lessons from Finland”