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Senate Study Committee on Recovery Residences to Hold Fourth Hearing

ATLANTA (October 10, 2025) —On Friday, October 17, the Senate Study Committee on Recovery Residences, chaired by Sen. Randy Robertson (R–Cataula), will hold its fourth hearing.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: October 17, 2025
  • Time: 9:00 a.m.
  • Where: 450 State Capitol, 206 Washington St SW, Atlanta, GA, 30334
  • Open to the Public: The event is open to the public. The committee meeting will be live-streamed on the Senate website here.

ABOUT THE MEETING:         

The Senate Study Committee on Recovery Residences, created through Senate Resolution 311, will examine the current conditions, needs and challenges related to recovery residences in Georgia. This bipartisan committee will hear from residents, policy experts and representatives from state agencies and private organizations to explore ways to improve safety and enhance the quality of services these residences provide.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:

We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting  SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.

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Sen. Randy Robertson serves as Majority Whip of the Senate Majority Caucus. He represents Senate District 29, which includes Harris, Meriwether, and Troup Counties and a portion of Muscogee County. He can be reached at 404.656.0045 or at randy.robertson@senate.ga.gov

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Senate Study Committee on Making Georgia the No. 1 State for Tourism to Hold Third Meeting

ATLANTA (October 8, 2025) — On Wednesday, October 15,2025, at 9:00 a.m., the Senate Study Committee on Making Georgia the No. 1 State for Tourism, chaired by Sen. Drew Echols (R–Alto), will hold its third hearing.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
  • Time: 9:00 a.m.
  • Location: Rainwater Convention Center, 1 Meeting Place, Valdosta, GA 31601
  • This event is open to the public and will be live-streamed on the Georgia General Assembly website here. 

ABOUT THE MEETING:
The Senate Study Committee on Making Georgia the No. 1 State for Tourism, created through Senate Resolution 323, will discover opportunities to promote and develop tourism in all regions of the state, from small towns to big cities. This bipartisan committee will hear from industry leaders to gain a broader understanding of how Georgia’s diverse and dynamic tourism landscape drives economic development, supports small businesses and enhances quality of life.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov. 

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Sen. Drew Echols serves as a Governor’s Administration Floor Leader. He represents the 49th Senate District, which includes a large portion of Hall County. He may be reached by email at Drew.Echols@senate.ga.gov.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Senate Study Committee on Additional Services and Resources for Transition Age Youth in Foster Care to Hold Third Meeting

ATLANTA (October 8, 2025) — On Wednesday, October 15,at 10:00 a.m., the Senate Study Committee on Additional Services and Resources for Transition Age Youth in Foster Care, chaired by Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick (R–Marietta), will hold its third hearing.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
  • Time: 10:00 a.m.
  • Location: Coverdell Legislative Office Building, Room 307, 18 Capitol Square, SW, Atlanta, GA, 30334
  • Open to the Public: This event is open to the public and will be live-streamed on the Georgia General Assembly website here.

ABOUT THE MEETING:         

The Senate Study Committee on Additional Services and Resources for Transition Age Youth in Foster Care, created through Senate Resolution 310, will survey what resources and services are currently being provided for Georgia’s transition-age youth. This bipartisan committee will continue exploring additional services and resources for transition-age youth, identify the most urgent needs, and decide how best to implement them to ensure youth success into adulthood.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov. 


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Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick serves as Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Children and Families. She represents the 32nd Senate District, which includes portions of Cobb and Cherokee counties. She may be reached by phone at (404) 656-3932 or by email at kay.kirkpatrick@senate.ga.gov