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News from July 2024

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Joint House Motor Vehicles and Senate Transportation Committees to meet on August 14

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 31, 2024

The Joint House Motor Vehicles and Senate Transportation Committees, chaired by State Representative John Corbett (R-Lake Park) and State Senator Greg Dolezal (R-Cumming), will convene on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at 9 a.m. in room 406 of the Coverdell Legislative Office Building in Atlanta.

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Georgia State AG Chris Carr: 'We must continue to stand with Israel'

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 30, 2024

Georgia's Attorney General Chris Carr stated that Vice President Kamala Harris and other Democrats "boycotted" Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Congressional address and described the burning of the U.S. flag and raising of the Palestinian flag by "protesters" in Washington as "shameful." Carr made his statement in a July 24 post on X.

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In Georgia, 435 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 30, 2024

Georgia registered 435 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Rep. Eric Bell announces annual school supply drive at Delta Flight Museum

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 30, 2024

State Representative Eric Bell (D-Jonesboro) will collaborate with the Elevate ATL South Metro Leadership Academy and the ATL Airport Chamber to host the annual Stuff the Plane: School Supply Drive and Distribution event. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, August 7, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta. This community initiative, supported by Delta Air Lines, aims to equip youth in Metro-Atlanta with essential academic tools.

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Rep. Matt Reeves recognized for leadership on commercial code modernization

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 30, 2024

State Representative Matt Reeves (R-Duluth) has been recognized by the Uniform Law Commission for his role in sponsoring Georgia’s Uniform Commercial Code Modernization Act, House Bill 1240. The bill was carried in the State Senate by President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy and signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp in May 2024.

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Reps. Carter and Adeyina to host community listening session on August 24

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 30, 2024

State Representatives Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia) and Segun Adeyina (D-Grayson) will host a community listening session on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Redemptive Life Church in Conyers.

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Georgia State AG Chris Carr: 'The SAVE Act' would ensure 'it’s illegal for non-citizens to vote'

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 29, 2024

Georgia's Attorney General Chris Carr stated that it is "illegal for non-citizens to vote" in Georgia, with violators facing "prosecution." He urged the U.S. Senate to pass the "SAVE Act" to enforce similar measures nationwide. Carr made his statement in a July 17 post on X.

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Former Trump spokeswoman: Secretary of State General Counsel is 'holding evidence hostage from the State Election Board'

By Nicholas Malfitano | Jul 26, 2024

A former spokeswoman for President Donald Trump has accused general counsel for Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger of “holding evidence hostage from the State Election Board.”

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Rep. Kendrick meets Sen. Warnock at National Future Summit

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 26, 2024

State Representative Dar’shun Kendrick (D-Lithonia) recently attended the National Future Summit, a bipartisan conference for Gen Z and millennial lawmakers, in Washington D.C. During her visit, she met with U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock at his office to advocate for H.R. 2799, the Expanding Access to Capital Act.

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Georgia legislators call for action against blocking AP African American studies

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 25, 2024

ATLANTA – State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta), Sandra Scott (D-Rex), and Rhonda Burnough (D-Riverdale) have called for action against State Superintendent Richard Woods’ decision to block an AP African American Studies course from the state curriculum for the 2024 academic year.

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Rep. Katie Dempsey attends NCSL's 2024 Health Policy Seminar

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 25, 2024

State Representative Katie Dempsey (R-Rome), chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Human Resources, recently attended the National Conference of State Legislature’s (NCSL) 2024 Health Policy Seminar in Washington, D.C. Rep. Dempsey was nominated by House leadership to attend this seminar, which is designed for state legislators and legislative staff who are experienced or emerging leaders in health to expand their knowledge through convening with other state leaders and experts from across the country.

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Rep. Matt Dubnik appointed co-chair of Georgia Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 25, 2024

State Representative Matt Dubnik (R-Gainesville) has been appointed as co-chair of the bipartisan and bicameral Georgia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus. Rep. Dubnik will share this role with State Representative Chas Cannon (R-Moultrie), while State Senator Russ Goodman (R-Cogdell) will continue his tenure as the caucus co-chair in the Senate. This transition follows the retirement announcement of State Representative David Knight (R-Griffin), who concludes a 19-year legislative career.

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Georgia senators urge district attorneys to drop case against qualifications commission

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 24, 2024

ATLANTA (July 24, 2024) — Today, Fulton County Superior Court released an order once again denying the plaintiff-prosecutors’ request to enjoin the Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission. Senator John F. Kennedy (R–Macon) and Senator Randy Robertson (R–Cataula) are calling on the three district attorneys challenging the Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission to drop their case Sherry Boston v. State of Georgia after their second significant loss in court.

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Georgia Legislative Black Caucus opposes removal of AP African American Studies

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 24, 2024

ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah), chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC), issued a statement today in response to the recent decision to remove the AP African American Studies course from state curriculum.

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Common Cause Georgia releases report on corporate influence in Atlanta politics

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 24, 2024

ATLANTA – Common Cause Georgia released a financial report titled “The Atlanta Way: Examining Pay-to-Play,” detailing the amounts corporate donors spend to influence Atlanta politics. The report highlights the funds spent by wealthy special interests to promote unpopular legislative policies, such as Atlanta’s $110 million "Cop City" project for a police training facility.

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Joint House and Senate Committee to hold second hearing on licensing issues

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 23, 2024

The Joint House and Senate Committee on Licensing Issues will hold its second hearing on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the Georgia State Capitol in Room 341, located at 206 Washington St., Atlanta, GA 30334.

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Governor Kemp announces $28M investment by Ritz Instrument Transformers creating 130 jobs

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 23, 2024

Governor Kemp Announces Ritz Instrument Transformers Expansion, 130 New Jobs in Burke County

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Rep Chas Cannon named co-chair of GA Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 23, 2024

State Representative Chas Cannon (R-Moultrie) has been appointed as co-chair of the bipartisan and bicameral Georgia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus. He will share this role with State Representative Matt Dubnik (R-Gainesville). This leadership change follows the retirement announcement of State Representative David Knight (R-Griffin), ending his 19-year legislative career. State Senator Russ Goodman (R-Cogdell) will continue to serve as the caucus co-chair in the Senate.

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Georgia legislators to hold press conference on AP African American studies course ban

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 23, 2024

State Representatives Jasmine Clark (D-Lilburn), along with State Senators Gloria Butler (D-Stone Mountain) and Nikki Merritt (D-Grayson), will hold a press conference to discuss the State School Superintendent’s decision to block an AP African American Studies course from the state curriculum. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at 12 p.m. at the South Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.

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Senator Merritt to address blocking of AP African American Studies course

By Peach Tree Times | Jul 23, 2024

ATLANTA (July 23, 2024) — On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at noon, Sen. Nikki Merritt (D–Grayson) will be joined by Democratic Leader Gloria Butler (D–Stone Mountain) and Rep. Dr. Jasmine Clark (D–Lilburn) in holding a joint Senate and House press conference on the State School Superintendent’s decision to block an AP African American Studies course.