Jones’ press conference to follow
ATLANTA (May 24, 2010) – A bill to curb the abuse of zero tolerance discipline policies in Georgia schools will be signed into law by Governor Sonny Perdue on Tuesday, May 25. The bill’s author, Sen. Emanuel Jones (D-Decatur), will host a press conference in the State Capitol at 2:30 p.m. following the bill signing. Senate Bill 299 has received support from teachers, parents, juvenile court judges and education associations across Georgia, many of whom will be available for questions.
WHO: Sen. Emanuel Jones
WHEN: Tuesday, May 25, 2010
2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Georgia State Capitol
South Steps
18 Capitol Square
Atlanta, GA 30334
Sen. Emanuel Jones represents the 10th Senate District, which includes portions of DeKalb and Henry counties. He may be reached at 404.656.0502 or via e-mail at emanuel.jones@senate.ga.gov.
ADVISORY
For Immediate Release:
May 25, 2010
For Information Contact:
Kallarin Richards, Senior Communications Specialist
kallarin.richards@senate.ga.gov
404.656.0028