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Senate Study Committee on Truck Driver Shortages to Hold Third Meeting

ATLANTA (Nov. 7, 2023) | On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the Senate Study Committee on Truck Driver Shortages, chaired by Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas), will be holding its third meeting at 9:30 a.m. at the Georgia State Capitol.

WHO:              

Sen. Jason Anavitarte, Chairman of the Senate Study Committee on Truck Driver Shortages

Senate Study Committee Members

Representatives from a wide range of Georgia industries

WHAT:             

Meeting of the Senate Study Committee on Truck Driver Shortages

WHEN:            

Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023

9:30 a.m. 

WHERE:            

Coverdell Legislative Office Building

Room 307

18 Capitol Sq. SW

Atlanta, GA 30334

The Senate Study Committee on Truck Driver Shortages was created pursuant to Senate Resolution 155, sponsored by Sen. Anavitarte, which passed with bipartisan support during the 2023 Legislative Session. This study committee is charged with hearing testimony from industry leaders and educators regarding strategies to meet this need in Georgia.

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Sen. Jason Anavitarte serves as Chair of the Senate Majority Caucus. He represents Senate District 31 which includes Paulding and Polk Counties. He can be reached at 404.656.9221 or at Jason.anavitarte@senate.ga.gov

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Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce to Hold Final Meeting

ATLANTA (Nov. 6, 2023) | On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce, chaired by Sen. John Albers (R–Roswell), will be holding its final meeting at 10 a.m. at the Georgia State Capitol. Lt. Governor Burt Jones will provide opening remarks at the beginning of the hearing.

WHO:              

Lt. Governor Burt Jones

Sen. John Albers, Chairman of the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce

Senate Study Committee Members

Representatives from a wide range of Georgia industries

WHAT:             

Final meeting of the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce

WHEN:            

Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023

10 a.m. 

WHERE:            

Georgia State Capitol

Room 450

206 Washington St.

Atlanta, GA 30334

WEBSITE URL: https://www.expandinggeorgiasworkforcestudy.com/

The Senate Study Committee was created pursuant to Senate Resolution 275, sponsored by Sen. Albers, which passed during the 2023 Legislative Session with bipartisan support. This committee was established to fulfill one of Lt. Governor Burt Jones priorities for the 2023 session. The committee is comprised of both legislative and non-legislative members: Sen. Albers as Chairman, Sen. Brandon Beach (R–Alpharetta), Sen. Jason Esteves (D–Atlanta), Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta), Sen. Billy Hickman (R–Statesboro), Champ Bailey, Joseph McDermott, Ryan Pernice, Technical College System of Georgia Commissioner Greg Dozier, Dave Williams, and Daniela Perry.

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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at john.albers@senate.ga.gov

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Sen. Larry Walker III Applauds Georgia State Senate’s Victory at the 2023 Legislative Livestock Showdown

ATLANTA (October 25, 2023) | The Georgia State Senate secured a win against the Georgia House of Representatives at the annual Legislative Livestock Showdown held on October 14, 2023. The event is held each year during the Georgia National Fair in Perry.

Legislators are paired with 4H or FFA students and learn how to exhibit animals in the show ring while receiving guidance on presenting themselves to the showmanship judge. This year’s showcase focused on swine, and brought together agricultural education students from across the state.

“This victory is a testament to the enduring strength and vitality of our state’s agricultural community,” said Senator Larry Walker III (R – Perry). “The Georgia agriculture industry is not only a key economic engine but also a testament to the hard work and determination of our farmers and producers. I was proud to see Georgia General Assembly members gaining exposure to our outstanding agricultural education programs that allow 4H and FFA students to grow their skills in the livestock industry and beyond. The world class facilities at the Georgia National Fairgrounds never disappoint, and I look forward to many more years of such a successful event on these grounds. Together, my colleagues and I will continue to champion policies that bolster this vital sector, ensuring its enduring prosperity for generations to come.”

The Legislative Livestock Showdown, presented by the Georgia Department of Agriculture, serves as a platform for lawmakers to forge crucial connections with the farming community. The event fosters a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by those in the agricultural sector, enabling policymakers to make informed decisions regarding the industry’s future.

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Sen. Larry Walker serves as Secretary of the Senate Majority Caucus. He also serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Labor. He represents Senate District 20 which includes Bleckley, Dodge, Dooly, Laurens, Pulaski, Treutlen, and Wilcox Counties and a portion of Houston County. He can be reached at larry.walker@senate.ga.gov 

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Third Meeting of the 2023 Senate Study Committee on Foster Care and Adoption to be Held in Columbus

ATLANTA (October 23, 2023) | On Thursday, October 26, the Senate Study Committee on Foster Care and Adoption, chaired by Senator Kay Kirkpatrick (R – Marietta), will hold its third meeting of the year in Columbus, Georgia. This committee was created to examine current policies and regulations which address the conditions, needs, issues, and problems related to the safety and welfare of Georgia’s children.

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Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce to Hold Fifth Meeting

ATLANTA (October 23, 2023) | On Thursday, October 26, 2023, the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce, chaired by Senator John Albers (R – Roswell), will be holding its fifth meeting at 10:00 a.m. Dalton, Georgia. The Senate Study Committee was created pursuant to Senate Resolution 275, sponsored by Sen. Albers, which passed during the 2023 Legislative Session with bipartisan support. This committee was established to fulfill one of Lt. Governor Burt Jones priorities for the 2023 session. The committee is comprised of both legislative and non-legislative members: Sen. Albers as Chairman, Sen. Brandon Beach (R – Alpharetta), Sen. Jason Esteves (D – Atlanta), Sen. Sonya Halpern (D – Atlanta), Sen. Billy Hickman (R – Statesboro), Champ Bailey, Joseph McDermott, Ryan Pernice, Technical College System of Georgia Commissioner Greg Dozier, Dave Williams, and Daniela Perry.

WHO:              

Sen. John Albers, Chairman of the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce

Senate Study Committee Members

Representatives from a wide range of Georgia industries

WHAT:             

Fifth meeting of the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce

WHEN:            

Thursday, October 26, 2023

10:00 a.m. 

WHERE:            

Dalton State Gymnasium Facility

650 College Drive

Dalton, Georgia 30720

WEBSITE URL: https://www.expandinggeorgiasworkforcestudy.com/

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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at john.albers@senate.ga.gov