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Sen. Sheikh Rahman to Hold Press Conference on Environmental Rights

ATLANTA (Feb. 12, 2023) — On Feb. 16th, 2024, Sen. Sheikh Rahman (D-Lawrenceville), will be joined by The Georgia Coalition for the Advancement of an Environmental Justice Bill for a press conference.

EVENT DETAILS:
• Date: Friday, Feb.16th
• Time: 12:30 p.m.
• Location: Georgia State Capitol, South Steps, 206 Washington St, Atlanta, GA 30334
• The Event is Open to the Public

ABOUT THE MEETING:
They will highlight the environmental concerns in Georgia and the need for the Georgia General Assembly to address environmental concerns in Georgia. Further, there is a need for the Georgia General Assembly to address environmental degradation and the cumulative impact of environmental stressors, socioeconomic stressors, and pre-existing health conditions in overburdened communities.

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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Senator Sheikh Rahman represents the 5th Senate District which includes portions of Lawrenceville, Norcross, Duluth, Tucker, Lilburn and Peachtree Corners in Gwinnett County. He may be reached at 404.463.1318 or by email at sheikh.rahman@senate.ga.gov.

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Rep. Jesse Petrea and Sen. Ben Watson Announce Legislative Tools for Tybee Island

ATLANTA – State Representative Jesse Petrea (R-Savannah) and State Senator Ben Watson (R-Savannah) today announced the introduction of legislation aimed at giving the City of Tybee Island and any other local government the ability to hold promoters of unpermitted events accountable for any costs resulting from the events. 

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House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration and Senator Clint Dixon Tout Bipartisan House Vote to Create City of Mulberry

ATLANTA – House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration (R-Auburn) and State Senator Clint Dixon (R-Gwinnett) applauded today’s bipartisan vote by the House on Senate Bill 333, legislation to create the City of Mulberry in northeastern Gwinnett County. If signed by Governor Kemp, SB 333 would place the question of cityhood on the spring primary ballot for residents in the proposed city.   

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Senate Special Committee on Investigations to Hold First Meeting

ATLANTA (Feb. 8, 2024) — Tomorrow, the Senate Special Committee on Investigations will hold its first meeting at the Georgia State Capitol to adopt procedural rules and to discuss its mission. The committee was established following the adoption of Senate Resolution 465, sponsored by Sen. Greg Dolezal (R-Cumming). The committee’s goal is to thoroughly investigate the allegations of misconduct by the district attorney for Fulton County, Fani Willis, relating to potential conflicts of interest and misuse of public funds, to enact new or amend existing laws and/or change state appropriations to restore public confidence in the criminal justice system.

EVENT DETAILS:
• Date: Friday, Feb. 9th, 2024
• Time: Upon Adjournment of the Senate Committee on Rules
• Location: Georgia State Capitol Room 341
• Open to the Public: The event is open to the public.

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. Bill Cowsert represents the 46th Senate District which includes Oconee County and portions of Barrow, Clarke, Gwinnett and Walton Counties. He may be reached at 404.463.1366 or at bill.cowsert@senate.ga.gov

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Sen. Sally Harrell and Advocates to Hold Press Conference to Get the Work Done for the IDD Community

ATLANTA (Feb. 6, 2024) — Tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 7, Sen. Sally Harrell (D-Atlanta) will hold a press conference with self-advocates, family members and service providers for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to urge the Georgia General Assembly to get the work done to fully support Georgians with IDD.

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