ATLANTA (January 15, 2013) – Sen. Hardie Davis (D-Augusta) has been named Chairman of the Senate Interstate Cooperation Committee for the 2013 – 2014 term by the Senate Committee on Assignments.
“I’m honored to have been selected to chair the Interstate Cooperation committee,” said Sen. Davis. “I will work with my colleagues to ensure that Georgia creates and maintains positive relationships with our neighboring states to ensure the welfare of all citizens.”
Legislative issues concerning the relations of Georgia with other states, as well as any matter that involves equal collaboration between said states, are within the jurisdiction of the Interstate Cooperation Committee.
Sen. Davis is also a member of the Ethics, Finance and Higher Education committees.
“I’m humbled to preside over a Senate that is strongly unified and filled with individuals that are hard-working, intelligent and dedicated to solving problems,” Lieutenant Governor Cagle said. “I look forward to working hand-in-hand with Chairman Davis, who is extremely well-versed and passionate about this important subject matter, to deliver Georgians real results on the major issues facing this State.”
“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 our new committee leadership team.”
The first term of the 152nd Legislative Session of the Georgia General Assembly convened January 14, 2013 at the Georgia State Capitol.
RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
January 15, 2013
For Information Contact:
Jennifer Yarber, Interim Director
Jennifer.Yarber@senate.ga.gov
404.656.0028