Sen. Chuck Payne – Georgia Senate Press Office

April 14, 2026

Sen. Chuck Payne Applauds Veterans’ Legislation Reaching the Governor’s Desk

ATLANTA (April 14, 2026) — Today, Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton) celebrated the work of the Senate Committee on Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security for successfully advancing important legislation supporting Georgia’s veterans to the Governor’s desk for final consideration. The committee held numerous meetings throughout the 2025-2026 biennium, which concluded on April 2.

The Senate Committee on Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security primarily focuses on addressing the welfare of military personnel, protecting citizens from man-made or natural disasters, and streamlining emergency management procedures throughout the state. A veteran of the U.S. Army himself, Sen. Payne has served as chairman since January 2024 and prioritized expanding access to benefits and recognition for those who have sacrificed in service to the nation.

March 4, 2026

Sen. Chuck Payne Supports Legislation to Streamline PFAS Lawsuits

ATLANTA (March 4, 2026) — Recently, Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton) voiced his support for Senate Bill 577, also known as the “Coordinating PFAS Remediation Act,” sponsored by Sen. Sam Watson (R–Moultrie). SB 577 would centralize all PFAS-related lawsuits brought by Georgia state and local governments under state control, enabling the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) to bring all lawsuits related to PFAS contamination and distribute any settlement or judgment funds as needed.

January 12, 2024

Sen. Payne Assumes Chairmanship of The Committee on Veterans, Military & Homeland Security

ATLANTA (Jan. 12, 2024) — Senator Chuck Payne (R-Dalton) proudly announces his appointment as Chairman of The Committee on Veterans, Military & Homeland Security. Building upon his successful tenure as Chairman of The Committee on Science & Technology, Senator Payne is ready to bring his leadership and expertise to new challenges in the realm of veterans, military, and homeland security.

May 15, 2023

Senator Chuck Payne Appointed to the Senate Study Committee on Foster Care and Adoption

ATLANTA (May 15, 2023) | On Wednesday, May 10, Lt. Governor Burt Jones appointed Senator Chuck Payne (R – Dalton) to serve on the 2023 Senate Study Committee on Foster Care and Adoption.

February 17, 2023

Senator Chuck Payne to Serve as Co-Chair of the Career and Technical Education Advisory Commission

ATLANTA (February 17, 2023) | Senator Chuck Payne (R – Dalton) has been appointed to serve as Co-Chair of the Career and Technical Education Advisory Commission, as appointed by Lt. Governor Burt Jones.