ATLANTA (January 10, 2014) | Sen. Brandon Beach (R- Alpharetta) has been named Chairman of the Senate Science and Technology Committee for the 2013- 2014 legislative term by the Senate Committee on Assignments.
“I am honored to be selected as Chairman of the Science and Technology Committee,” said Sen. Beach. “As we continue to grow Georgia’s economy, we need to be passing pro-business legislation that retains and attracts cutting edge technology companies that will continue to produce innovative products and create new jobs.”
The Science and Technology Committee’s jurisdiction includes all areas influencing the promotion and restraint of today’s technology and science as a result of the legislation placed upon it.
“We are fortunate to have a wealth of talent and experience in the State Senate,” said President Pro Tem David Shafer (R-Duluth). “I have every confidence in Sen. Beach and the rest of our committee leadership team.”
Once a piece of legislation is introduced in the Senate, it is assigned to a Committee, depending on its topic. If the Committee gives the legislation a “do pass” recommendation, then the proposed law is sent to the Rules Committee for consideration. The appointed chairs will oversee the operation and order of Senate committee meetings, including calling for action on bills, resolutions or other matters assigned to that committee.
The second term of the 152nd Legislative Session of the Georgia General Assembly convened January 13, 2014 at the Georgia State Capitol.
For Immediate Release:
January 10, 2014
For Information Contact:
Jennifer Yarber, Director
Emily Williams, Communications Associate
Emily.williams@senate.ga.gov
404.656.0028