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    Sen. Islam Parkes Celebrates Passage of Military Legislation Through the Georgia General Assembly

    ATLANTA (Mar. 8, 2024) — Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes (D—Lawrenceville), Georgia’s youngest-serving female Senator, achieved a significant legislative milestone with the successful passage of Senate Bill 144 through the Georgia General Assembly. SB 144, the first bill under Sen. Islam Parkes’ leadership to pass both legislative chambers, focuses on enhancing military processes in the state.The bill aims to streamline operations by removing certain reporting requirements for the Adjutant General, as explained by Sen. Islam Parkes, who emphasized the importance of protecting...

  • Business

    Senate Passes Legislation to Fight Against Human Trafficking in Georgia

    The Georgia Senate has taken a significant step towards combating human trafficking with the passing of Senate Bill 512 and Senate Resolution 616. Sen. Shawn Still, the driving force behind the legislation, emphasized the importance of these measures in the fight against human trafficking in the state. Sen. Still stated, “Today’s passage of SB 512 and SR 616 marks a pivotal moment in our fight against human trafficking in Georgia. With the creation of the Victims of Human Trafficking Fund and Commission, we’re taking proactive measures to support and empower survivors, hold...

  • Business

    Senate Passes the “Boundless Opportunities for Georgia Students Act”

    The Georgia State Senate has recently approved Senate Bill 147, also known as the “Boundless Opportunities for Georgia Students Act.” Sponsored by Sen. Shawn Still, the bill allows for student transfers between public school systems in the state.Senator Still expressed his satisfaction with the passage of the bill, emphasizing the positive impact it will have on Georgia's education system. He stated, “I am pleased that my Senate colleagues approved this straightforward school transfer bill, which offers additional public options for all students. With approximately 1.8...

  • Business

    Senate Passes Legislation to Enhance Swatting Penalties

    ATLANTA (Feb. 27, 2024) – The Georgia State Senate has approved Senate Bill 421, a measure aimed at enhancing penalties for the offense of making an unlawful request for emergency services assistance. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Clint Dixon (R–Gwinnett), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Education and Youth, has received positive feedback following its passage.Sen. Dixon expressed his satisfaction with the successful advancement of the legislation, saying, "I came into the 2024 Legislative Session seeking to pass anti-swatting legislation, and I am very pleased to have...

  • Business

    House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration and Senator Clint Dixon Celebrate Signage of Legislation to put Mulberry Cityhood on the Ballot

    On Tuesday, Governor Brian P. Kemp signed Senate Bill 333, a piece of legislation that would allow for a local referendum on the creation of the city of Mulberry in Gwinnett County. House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration and Senator Clint Dixon expressed their satisfaction with the signing of the bill.Leader Efstration expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity for residents in northeast Gwinnett to have more control over planning and zoning decisions. He stated, "I am very pleased that the governor signed SB 333. This is an exciting opportunity for residents in...

  • Business

    House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration and Senator Clint Dixon Tout Bipartisan House Vote to Create City of Mulberry

    ATLANTA – House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration (R-Auburn) and State Senator Clint Dixon (R-Gwinnett) celebrated the bipartisan vote by the House on Senate Bill 333, a legislation aimed at establishing the City of Mulberry in northeastern Gwinnett County. Upon Governor Kemp's signature, SB 333 will present the question of cityhood to the residents in the upcoming spring primary ballot."I am thankful to both my Democrat and Republican colleagues who voted in favor of this legislation in today’s vote, which would create the City of Mulberry without implementing any city...

  • Local Government

    City Park Student Surprised with Specially Gifted Bike

    For Julian Meza, a student at City Park School, being in a wheelchair means constantly learning new skills and strategies to adapt to his environment.

  • Schools

    The Month in Photos: February 2023

    The Office of Graduate Education, in partnership with the Graduate Student Government Association, hosted the annual Career, Research, and Innovation Development Conference on Feb 1.

  • Schools

    Wesleyan College Announces New CFO

    Wesleyan College is pleased to welcome Timothy Klocko as our new Chief Financial Officer.

  • Schools

    A History of Women at Georgia Tech

    For decades, women at Tech have been making history. Here are some of the most meaningful milestones.

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