ATLANTA (August 19, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker (R–Perry) and House Appropriations Chairman Matt Hatchett (R–Dublin) announce that the Dublin City Nominating Committee is accepting letters of intent and resumes for individuals who are interested in serving on the Dublin City Board of Education. The letter of intent must include the board district where the applicant resides, with their physical address listed.
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ATLANTA (August 10, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker III (R–Perry) today applauded the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) State Board’s approval of a $1.5 million grant to establish the new Dodge County College & Career Academy.
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ATLANTA (August 10, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker III (R–Perry) has been recognized by the Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) with a 2026 Legislative Service Award for his leadership during the 2026 legislative session and his commitment to strengthening partnerships between the state and Georgia’s counties.
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Lawmakers ask State Board to hold required hearing without further delay.
ATLANTA (August 4, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker III (R–Perry) and House Appropriations Chairman Matt Hatchett (R–Dublin) have sent a joint letter to the Georgia State Board of Education requesting prompt action concerning the Dublin City School System’s accreditation status.
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By: Sen. Larry Walker III (R–Perry)
Summer is one of my favorite times of year in Georgia.
Families pack up and head to our beautiful Golden Isles, agritourism destinations like the Georgia National Fairgrounds for a livestock show or to a mountain getaway up in northeast Georgia. Communities come together for local festivals, sports tournaments, and backyard cookouts. Children spend more time outdoors, and neighbors reconnect after another busy school year. It’s a season that reminds us of what makes Georgia great and why we have prioritized public safety.
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