State Senator John Albers and State Representative Brad Thomas have announced the final passage of House Bill 1029 in the Georgia General Assembly. The bill, which now moves to the governor’s desk, proposes amendments to the City of Holly Springs’ charter by updating its corporate boundaries and adjusting city council representation based on revised district lines.
Sen. Albers, who chairs the Senate Committee on Public Safety, stated, “I appreciate the leadership of Representative Thomas and our Cherokee delegation for listening to the concerns of our constituents and providing a reasonable and commonsense solution. As we move forward together, it is important that all levels of government work together as a team to best serve the people we are sworn to represent.”
Rep. Thomas, chairman of the House Special Committee on Resource Management, added, “This legislation sets a clear expectation moving forward. Local governments and county stakeholders must work together, communicate openly and transparently, and operate as a unified team when shaping the future of Cherokee County. Our responsibility is to represent the people well and to steward this community in a way that protects its character, strengthens its economy and preserves the quality of life families expect. Holly Springs is a vital part of Cherokee County, and I look forward to continued cooperation as we build a strong and sustainable future together. I appreciate our colleagues in both chambers for their thoughtful consideration of this much-needed legislation.”
If signed into law by the governor, HB 1029 will make changes affecting how Holly Springs operates within Cherokee County.
Senator John F. Kennedy has played significant roles in legislative sponsorships and committee leadership within Georgia’s state senate structure during his tenure. He has served as President Pro Tempore and chaired key committees such as Administrative Affairs while representing Georgia’s 18th District (official website). His responsibilities included chairing committees like Ethics, Finance, Health and Human Services, Rules, among others.
The full text of HB 1029 is available online. For further information about this legislation or related matters, inquiries can be directed to Rep. Thomas’ or Sen. Albers’ offices.
