ATLANTA (August 2, 2016) | Monday, State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced he is seeking students enrolled in public middle and high schools throughout Georgia to serve on his 2016 Student Advisory Council. Students will attend several meetings with Superintendent Woods to discuss the impacts of state policies on schools. Sen. VanNess (R – Conyers) is encouraging any and all eligible students to apply for the Council. Continue reading “Sen. JaNice VanNess Encourages Students to Apply for Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council”
Senator Ed Harbison Welcomes International Military Students to the State Capitol
ATLANTA (July 28, 2016) | Sen. Ed Harbison (D – Columbus) will host a group of students this Friday, July 29th from the International Military Student Office (IMSO), located in Ft. Benning, Ga. Continue reading “Senator Ed Harbison Welcomes International Military Students to the State Capitol”
Sen. Jack Hill Recognized as 2016 Georgia Academy of Family Physicians Legislative Champion of the Year
ATLANTA (July 21, 2016) | The Georgia Academy of Family Physicians each year recognizes legislative leaders in the Georgia General Assembly. This year, Sen. Jack Hill (R – Reidsville) was selected for his support of Georgia health initiatives and his stewardship as the chairperson of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Continue reading “Sen. Jack Hill Recognized as 2016 Georgia Academy of Family Physicians Legislative Champion of the Year”
Sen. Mike Dugan Participates in Fundraiser for Victims of Domestic Violence
ATLANTA (July 18, 2016) | Sen. Mike Dugan (R – Carrollton) participated in the Jailbreak fundraiser for S.H.A.R.E House Family Violence Crisis Centers in Douglasville, Ga. In an effort to support the cause, participants in the community checked themselves into a pretend “jail” until they could meet their goal of funds raised. Funds raised during this event help support local families by providing medical supplies and food, water and power for the S.H.A.R.E. House, Inc. shelter. Continue reading “Sen. Mike Dugan Participates in Fundraiser for Victims of Domestic Violence”
Sen. Rick Jeffares Appointed as Co-Chair of Joint Study Committee
ATLANTA (July 6, 2016) | Sen. Rick Jeffares (R– McDonough) has been selected by Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle to serve as Co-Chair of the Joint State Commission on Petroleum Pipelines Study Committee. Continue reading “Sen. Rick Jeffares Appointed as Co-Chair of Joint Study Committee”