ATLANTA (January 26, 2024) — Sen. Kim Jackson of Georgia State District 41 is set to stand with the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and the SPLC Action Fund, as well as fellow legislators, community advocates and constituents at the Georgia State Capitol. The gathering, scheduled for January 29 at noon ET, is a call to action for the state to halt the criminalization of individuals dealing with homelessness and to implement the recommendations presented in the 2022 final report by the Senate Study Committee on Unsheltered Homelessness.

In a press conference, Sen. Jackson, in collaboration with the SPLC, will introduce a crucial report shedding light on the intricate dynamics of this issue concerning racial and disability justice in Georgia. The report aims to elevate this matter as a critical agenda item for the 2024 legislative session.

EVENT DETAILS:
• Date: Monday, Jan. 29, 2024
• Time: 12 p.m. – 12:25 p.m.
• Location: South Steps of the Georgia State Capitol, 206 Washington St, Atlanta, GA 30334

ABOUT THE MEETING:
The meeting will include remarks from:

Kim Jackson, Senator of Georgia State District 41,
Gina Azito Thompson, Policy Analyst, Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)
Jerry H., an Athens-based resident who has lived experience with being criminalized while homeless and whose story is featured in the report
Isabel Otero, Georgia Policy Director, Southern Poverty Law Center and SPLC Action Fund

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request members of the media to confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Sam White at the Senate Press Office (Sam.White@senate.ga.gov).

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Sen. Kim Jackson represents the 41st Senate District which includes portions of DeKalb and a small portion of Gwinnett County. She may be reached at her office at 404.656.6882 or by email at kim.jackson@senate.ga.gov.