State Senator John F. Kennedy (GA)
Recent News About State Senator John F. Kennedy (GA)
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Georgia Senate committee approves 'Music Ready Communities Act' for economic growth
On February 27, 2025, Senator Sonya Halpern's legislation, Senate Bill 182, known as the "Georgia Music Office and Music Ready Communities Act," was unanimously approved by the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism.
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Georgia Senate passes bill targeting chronic absenteeism in schools
The Georgia Senate has passed Senate Bill 123, a legislative measure focused on addressing chronic absenteeism in schools throughout the state.
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Georgia Senator Merritt announces press conference on caucus priorities
Senator Nikki Merritt will host a press conference to discuss the priorities of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus.
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Senate committee approves bill for additional judge in Augusta Judicial Circuit
The Senate Committee on Judiciary has unanimously approved Senate Bill 145, which proposes adding a sixth judge to the superior courts of the Augusta Judicial Circuit.
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Georgia senators propose voluntary 'no sell' firearms list for suicide prevention
Senators Sally Harrell and Elena Parent have introduced Senate Bill 224, known as "Donna’s Law," in Georgia.
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Georgia leaders to honor literacy achievements at state capitol
Senator Billy Hickman will join the Georgia Council on Literacy to celebrate Georgia Reads Day at the State Capitol on February 25.
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Georgia Senate passes significant tort reform legislation
Today, the Georgia Senate approved Senate Bill 68, a comprehensive reform of the state's tort laws.
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Georgia Senate advances key bills on lawsuits, taxes, childcare
With the 2025 Legislative Session at its midpoint, Georgia lawmakers have made progress on several key legislative priorities.
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Georgia senator introduces bills supporting seniors and reducing care costs
Senator Jason Esteves has introduced a series of bills in Georgia aimed at reducing costs for seniors and ensuring they have the necessary resources to age with dignity.
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Orrock and Westbrook propose ending state funding for anti-abortion centers
Senator Nan Orrock and Representative Anne Allen Westbrook are set to announce new legislation aimed at prohibiting state funding for anti-abortion centers in Georgia.
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Senator Parkes to hold hearing on immigration actions in Georgia
Senator Nabilah Islam Parkes is set to hold a community hearing on February 14, 2025, at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.
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Georgia senator proposes constitutional amendment for same-sex marriage recognition
Senator RaShaun Kemp has introduced a resolution aimed at incorporating same-sex marriage into the Georgia Constitution.
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Georgia bill targets rising school absenteeism
Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy has introduced Senate Bill 123 to tackle chronic absenteeism in Georgia schools.
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Georgia firefighter associations honor Sen. Jason Anavitarte as legislator of year
Senator Jason Anavitarte has been recognized as the "2024 Legislator of the Year" by both the Georgia State Firefighters’ Association (GSFA) and the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC).
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Georgia lawmakers propose legislation to boost school funding
Senator Jason Esteves and Representative Phil Olaleye are set to hold a press conference on Monday, February 10, at 12:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Georgia State Capitol's South Steps in Atlanta.
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Georgia legislature focuses on tort reform amid calls for fairer legal environment
The third week of the 2025 Legislative Session in Georgia has concluded, with lawmakers focused on advancing legislation that supports families, businesses, and communities.
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Kemp introduces bill to ban three-cueing system in schools
This week, Senator RaShaun Kemp from South Fulton introduced a new piece of legislation aimed at banning the use of the three-cueing system in educational materials for teaching reading.
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Georgia legislators to host college tour press conference
Senator Ed Harbison is set to participate in a press conference for the 2025 College Tour.
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Kenya Wicks appointed deputy whip in Georgia's Senate minority caucus
Freshman Senator Kenya Wicks has been appointed as the Deputy Whip of the Senate Minority Caucus.
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Georgia senators propose amendment to protect abortion access
Senate Minority Leader Harold Jones II and Senator Sally Harrell are scheduled to hold a press conference on February 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Coverdell Legislative Office Building in Atlanta, Georgia.