ATLANTA (March 2, 2016) | Sen. Bill Jackson (R – Appling) announced his retirement from legislative service this morning at the Georgia State Capitol. One of Gov. Nathan Deal’s floor leaders, Sen. Jackson will serve out the rest of his two-year Senate term but will not qualify to run for re-election to the Senate District 24 seat. Continue reading “Sen. Bill Jackson Announces Retirement from the Georgia State Senate”
Senate Passes Albers’ DNA Collection Bill
ATLANTA (February 29, 2016) | On Monday, the Georgia State Senate passed by a vote of 42-4 Senate Bill 77. Sen. John Albers (R – Roswell) sponsored SB 77 to require the collection and analysis of DNA samples from individuals convicted of felonies or those who are indicted for serious offenses. Continue reading “Senate Passes Albers’ DNA Collection Bill”
Sen. JaNice VanNess Leads Passage of Senate Bill 409
ATLANTA (February 29, 2016) | On Monday, Senate Bill 409 overwhelmingly passed the Georgia State Senate. Sen. JaNice VanNess (R- Conyers) sponsored SB 409 to ensure children who are the victims of child abuse and neglect are protected. SB 409 would provide a method for victims of abuse to seek help. Continue reading “Sen. JaNice VanNess Leads Passage of Senate Bill 409”
Sen. Ellis Black Applauds Senate for Passing Senate Bill 336
ATLANTA (February 29, 2016) | On Monday, the Georgia State Senate passed by a vote of 53-1 Senate Bill 336. Sen. Ellis Black (R-Valdosta) sponsored SB 336 to improve retirement plan options for the Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System (GMEBS).
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Update from the Gold Dome
By: Sen. Jeff Mullis (R – Chickamauga)
This week was a busy one for the Georgia Senate. With five legislative days planned and a full committee schedule, the pressure was on meet the crossover day deadline. Only one legislative day remains for bills to pass the Senate floor and transfer over to the House for consideration. The last 10 legislative days will be used to review House bills in the Senate, as well as finalize and pass the FY 2017 general budget. Continue reading “Update from the Gold Dome”