ATLANTA (February 26, 2019) | The Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 66, sponsored by Sen. Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega), on Monday, February 25, 2019. This bill, also known as the “Streamlining Wireless Facilities and Antennas Act,” would address the use of public rights of way by wireless providers. SB 66 would streamline wireless broadband deployment by allowing for a standardized application process for 5G companies to collocate small wireless facilities (antennas) on existing or new poles. Continue reading “Bill Addressing Broadband Expansion Passes Senate”
Senator Steve Gooch Pre-Files Broadband Legislation
ATLANTA (January 10, 2019) | On December 21, 2018, Senator Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) pre-filed Senate Bill 2 which would authorize Electric Membership Corporations (EMCs) to deploy broadband services throughout Georgia. This legislation is one of three bills Sen. Gooch will introduce this year to address the deployment of broadband and 5G technology. Continue reading “Senator Steve Gooch Pre-Files Broadband Legislation”
Senator Steve Gooch Honored as One of the 100 Most Influential Georgians
ATLANTA (January 8, 2019) | Georgia Trend magazine recently announced that Senator Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) has been honored as one of the 100 Most Influential Georgians of 2019. Sen. Gooch, who serves as Majority Whip, is recognized for his leadership in the Georgia Senate and his efforts to expand broadband access throughout the state, specifically rural areas. Continue reading “Senator Steve Gooch Honored as One of the 100 Most Influential Georgians”
Sen. Steve Gooch Announces Third Meeting of the Senate Study Committee on Evaluating the School Year Calendar of Georgia Public Schools
ATLANTA (December 18, 2018) | Sen. Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) recently announced that the third meeting of the Senate Study Committee on Evaluating the School Year Calendar of Georgia Public Schools will be held on Thursday, December 20, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. at the Konica Minolta Conference Center at SunTrust Park. Continue reading “Sen. Steve Gooch Announces Third Meeting of the Senate Study Committee on Evaluating the School Year Calendar of Georgia Public Schools”
Sen. Steve Gooch Re-Elected as Senate Majority Whip
ATLANTA (November 15, 2018) | Senator Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) was re-elected to serve as Majority Whip of the Senate Majority Caucus in the Georgia General Assembly. In this role, Sen. Gooch’s primary responsibility will be to research legislation, educate and inform caucus members and ensure a full caucus presence during important legislative votes. The Majority Whip is the third ranking leadership position within the Majority Caucus. Continue reading “Sen. Steve Gooch Re-Elected as Senate Majority Whip”