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. Greg Dolezal Commends University System of Georgia for Eliminating DEI Standards in Admissions and Employment
ATLANTA (December 16, 2024) — Today, Sen. Greg Dolezal (R–Cumming) applauded the University System of Georgia (USG) Board of Regents for recommending to eliminate mandatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) statements as a criterion for student admissions and employee hiring. The proposed revision states, “All admissions processes and decisions shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. No applicant for admission shall be asked to or required to affirmatively ascribe to or opine about political beliefs, affiliations, ideals, or principles, as a condition for admission.”
Continue reading “Sen. Greg Dolezal Commends University System of Georgia for Eliminating DEI Standards in Admissions and Employment”Sen. Brandon Beach Calls for National Unity Following 2024 Presidential Election
ATLANTA (November 8, 2024) — Today, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism, Sen. Brandon Beach (R–Alpharetta), issued a statement following the 2024 Presidential Election, calling for national unity and an end to the lawsuits levied against President-Elect Donald Trump:
Continue reading “Sen. Brandon Beach Calls for National Unity Following 2024 Presidential Election”Sen. John Albers Statement on the Passing of Bernie Marcus
ATLANTA (November 5, 2024) — Sen. John Albers (R–Roswell) today issued a statement following the passing of Bernie Marcus:
“Today, we mourn the loss of Bernie Marcus, a visionary whose influence reached far beyond the walls of the iconic company he co-founded, Home Depot. Every time I spoke to Bernie, I was inspired by his humble brilliance and drive to make the world a better place.
Bernie was a giant not only in business but also in character, serving as an inspiration for what it means to lead with both vision and heart. His dedication to creating opportunities for others, his unwavering patriotism and his commitment to service will not be forgotten.
On behalf of my family, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. We honor Bernie’s legacy and will work to carry forward his values of hard work, generosity and service. May he rest in peace.”
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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at john.albers@senate.ga.gov.
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Senate Public Safety Chairman John Albers, Majority Leader Steve Gooch Demand Border Security Action Following Murder of Minelys Zoe Rodriguez-Ramirez
ATLANTA (October 31, 2024) — Senate Committee on Public Safety Chairman, Sen. John Albers (R–Roswell) and Senate Majority Leader Sen. Steve Gooch (R–Dahlonega) today issued statements following the tragic murder of Minelys Zoe Rodriguez-Ramirez, whose body was recovered last week after her disappearance from Cornelia, Georgia.
Continue reading “Senate Public Safety Chairman John Albers, Majority Leader Steve Gooch Demand Border Security Action Following Murder of Minelys Zoe Rodriguez-Ramirez”