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Sen. Ed Harbison to Celebrate Naming of Honorable Richard H. Smith Memorial Interchange

October 3, 2024 Official News Releases

On October 8, Chairman of the Senate Committee on State Institutions and Property, Sen. Ed Harbison (D–Columbus), will participate in the designation of the interchange of Interstate 185 at US-27-Alternate/Manchester Expressway as the Honorable Richard H. Smith Memorial Interchange in Columbus, Georgia.

Rep. Scott Hilton Receives 2024 Humane Legislator Award from the Humane Society of the United States

October 3, 2024 Official News Releases

State Representative Scott Hilton (R–Peachtree Corners) was recently honored by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) with the 2024 Humane Legislator Award.

Senator Carden Summers Provides Statement Following Hurricane Helene

September 27, 2024 Official News Releases

On the evening of September 26 and into the early morning hours of September 27, Hurricane Helene moved northward through Georgia.

Jackson, Georgia: From Sleepy Town to Global Destination, Thanks to the Duffer Brothers and Stranger Things

September 25, 2024 Official News Releases

In the heart of Georgia, just an hour south of Atlanta, the small town of Jackson has undergone a remarkable transformation, all thanks to Netflix’s global phenomenon Stranger Things.

Georgia Department of Transportation Prepares for Statewide Impacts Expected from Helene

September 25, 2024 Official News Releases

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is monitoring Hurricane Helene as it is expected to bring damaging winds, heavy rainfall and flooding statewide.

Sen. Matt Brass to Lead Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations

September 17, 2024 Official News Releases

Senate Rules Chairman Sen. Matt Brass (R–Newnan) has appointed a Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations, where he will serve as Chair.

Savannah to Unveil New Historical Marker at World War II Memorial

September 16, 2024 Official News Releases

City of Savannah officials, staff, and community stakeholders will unveil a new historical marker at the World War II Memorial “A World Apart” on River Street on Thursday, Sept. 19.

Rep. Imani Barnes Commends Auditor’s Report Aligning with Safe Teens Act

September 13, 2024 Official News Releases

State Rep. Imani Barnes, D-Tucker, expressed her support for the findings in a recently released report from the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts, which aligns with the provisions of her proposed legislation, House Bill 914, also known as the Safe Teens Act.

Sen. John Albers Announces Legislative Priority to Hold Deadbeat Parents Accountable

September 5, 2024 Official News Releases

Today, Sen. John Albers, R–Roswell, announced his plans to introduce legislation in the upcoming legislative session to hold deadbeat parents accountable for failing to meet their obligations to provide for their children.

Sen. Derek Mallow Statement on Apalachee High School Shooting

September 4, 2024 Official News Releases

Today, Sen. Derek Mallow (D–Savannah), issued the following statement on today’s shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County.