ATLANTA (January 12, 2021) | On Monday, January 11th, Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R – Dallas) was officially sworn into the Georgia Senate. Representing Senate District 31, Sen. Anavitarte will serve as the first Latino Republican in the Georgia Senate.
“Having the opportunity to represent my constituents in the Georgia Senate is truly an honor,” said Sen. Anavitarte. “Today’s historic swearing-in is a major step toward ensuring west Georgia and Georgia’s Latino community has strong representation under the Gold Dome. I look forward to working with west Georgia and my colleagues in the Senate this session to pass policies aimed at creating a healthy and prosperous Georgia for all.”
Elected in November of 2020, Sen. Anavitarte’s district covers Haralson and Polk counties, as well as portions of Paulding County. A resident of Dallas, Georgia, Sen. Anavitarte and his wife, Jennifer, have three daughters are active members of Burnt Hickory Baptist Church.
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For Immediate Release:
Jan. 12, 2021
Kami Briden, Communications Associate
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