Peach Tree Times

Senator Greg Dolezal has announced plans to introduce a resolution in the upcoming 2025 Legislative Session aimed at reinstating the Senate Special Committee on Investigations. This decision follows a recent ruling by the Georgia Court of Appeals, which disqualified Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting an election interference case involving President-elect Donald Trump and others.

Sen. Dolezal commented on the situation, saying, “Yesterday’s ruling by the Georgia Court of Appeals citing the ‘significant appearance of impropriety’ in removing DA Fani Willis from the election interference case, only further validates our body’s justified concerns about the potential need to legislatively address such conduct and decision-making." He emphasized that recent developments highlight a need for legislative action.

Dolezal criticized DA Willis for refusing to testify before their committee despite being lawfully subpoenaed. He also pointed out violations of Georgia's open records laws, suggesting these actions undermine public trust and raise questions about her office's integrity. He plans to refile legislation to ensure continued efforts against similar abuses of power.

Lt. Governor Burt Jones and Sen. Bill Cowsert expressed support for Dolezal’s initiative, stressing its importance in restoring public trust and holding officials accountable. They highlighted the court's ruling as pivotal for transparency and accountability in Georgia's justice system.

“The Senate will not back down in its fight for accountability of taxpayer dollars,” said Lt. Governor Burt Jones, asserting that addressing these issues will be a priority for the Senate.

Sen. Bill Cowsert remarked on DA Willis’s misconduct and praised Dolezal for his efforts to extend the committee's work, stating that legislative remedies are necessary to restore confidence in the criminal justice system.