Come hear musical performances by North Clayton High Orchestra; presentations on United Way Child Well Being Score 41.6% for Clayton County; new satellite location for Atlanta Technical College in Riverdale; insights from a school social worker; why everyone must be counted for Census 2020; and other updates.
BE A PART OF THE SOLUTIONS

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Fun Day in the Fall

Rain Date Friday, November 1st

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Rep. Stovall has been appointed by House Speaker Ralston to the
House Study Committee on Maternal Mortality HR 589
Click to read resolution
Click to view the presentation materials from previous meetings

Why is a study committee created?

Women in the United States are more likely to die of childbirth or pregnancy-related causes than are women in other high-income countries. According to numerous organizations that rank mortality rates, Georgia is among the top ten states with the highest maternal death rate. Maternal deaths are a serious public health concern and have a tremendous family and societal impact, affecting diverse populations. The Georgia Maternal Mortality Review Committee has reviewed three years of maternal death data; and there is a need to develop strategies and institute systemic changes to decrease and prevent maternal deaths in Georgia.

*By Race:
White, non-Hispanic 14.3 deaths per 100,000 live births
Black, non-Hispanic 47.0 deaths per 100,00 live births

*By Age:
Under 25 yrs of age 17.5%
25-29 yrs of age 22%
30-34 yrs of age 26.7%
35 + yrs of age 52.2%

*Leading Causes of death are Heart related.
*Other causes: Suicide, Homicide, or Opiods

*60% of the deaths were preventable

**To better understand why women were dying during and after childbirth at such a high rate in Georgia, a partnership was formed between the Ga. Dept. of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control, and the Georgia Obstetric and Gynecological Society. The result after a 3 year process resulted in 2014 the forming of the Maternal Mortality Review Committee through legislation SB 273. The MMRC is a multidisciplinary group comprised of over two-dozen professionals from across the state with expertise in obstetrics, gynecology, neonatology, cardiology, nursing, and public health. Starting in 2017, the General Assembly began funding initiatives to address the maternal mortality crisis. A total of $6.6 million is being appropriated annually in Ga.

**75 counties in Ga have no practicing OB/GYN
(resulting in a void of prenatal care in almost 1/2 of Ga counties)

**45% of hospitals were operating at a level of care lower than they stated

**6% of pregnancy-related deaths were due to mental health conditions
(there is inadequate screening of pregnant & postpartum women for depression & other mental health issues)

***Hospitals are encouraged to adopt AIM bundles (Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health) for best practices in maternal safety practices with a check list. There are still some which have not adopted any of the AIM bundles according to Sept. 2019 report by Ga Perinatal Quality Collaborative
Click to view listing

*Medicaid stops paying for pregnancy care 6 weeks postpartum

Many Black women have a lack of trust in the medical system and are treated differently. When they complain about symptoms, some of the doctors ignore them without investigating further. 
 

*Statistics from Georgia Dept. of Public Health
**House Budget & Research Office
*** 2019 American Medical Association JAMA published online

Next meeting Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019 at 1pm-4:30pm at the Coverdell Legislative Office Bldg Rm 606 (across street from State Capitol) Open to the public

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Every year in October, PreK Week is celebrated across Georgia. The energy is high from the 4 year olds in District 74. Rep. Stovall read Llama Llama Red Pajamas to over 100 children at Fountain Elem. in Forest Park, Morrow Elem. in Morrow, Little Ones Early Learning Center in Forest Park, Arrow Christian Academy in College Park, and Prime Care Learning Center in Riverdale.


Arrow Christian Academy



Fountain Elementary



Little Ones Early Learning Center



Morrow Elementary



Primecare Learning Center

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From the desk of Rep. Stovall:
Municipal Elections are taking place now in your cities. You can vote early before Tuesday, Nov. 5th. It is imperative to research your candidates. Ask about their voting record and what have they done for progress. If they are new candidates, ask how they will perform their duties differently. Will the current officials or new candidates work collaboratively together despite personal differences? Check with your city for accurate times the polls will be open. Remember to take your Govt. ID

Early Voting
October 14 - November 1, 2019

Saturday Voting
October 26, 2019

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Joined by Forest Park Councilman Allan Mears, Dr. Lawanda Folami, Yasmin Julio (candidate Ward 4 Forest Park), and Ashton Walk management team to present to Ms. Yvonne Mussington the Georgia House Resolution 730 for her tireless and dedicated services to her community. She can be seen regularly at the Forest Park City Council meetings on her 4 wheels advocating for seniors and rolling through the city.




We welcome to Forest Park...Beba Food Store which also has a gas station 
(corner Morrow Rd./Ash Street)

 
Partnered with 7 Pillars Career Academy, Paradise CDC, and others to collect items for the victims in the Bahamas



 
Partnered with The Dee Hill Show, City of Lake City, WCEG Radio and others to host a reception honoring Women in Public Safety. The women enjoyed pampering and recognition for their sacrifices for the good of the people. 



 
Joined by Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger at the New Voting Machine Demonstration held in Dist. 74 at Frank Bailey Senior Ctr. Clayton County was the 2nd demo site in the state. During 2019 session Rep. Stovall was one of two Democrats to vote in favor of the legislation signed into law for the new machine and new changes for voter equity. There will be more demo sites before 2020 elections. 



Supporting Fountain Elem. PTA carwash


 
Enjoyed an evening with the youth at Damascus Church International IceCream Social in Forest Park



Exciting to visit West Clayton Elem. for Partner Day with other local businesses



 
Appreciating cultural diversity at the Pinata Festival



Taking in the beautiful weather, scenery and conversations at the Grand Opening of the City of Morrow's Outdoor Patio. It is equipped with seating areas and free Wifi for the public.




Being among the top education leaders in the state is part of the joy of being a state elected official serving on the Education Committee. The Georgia Dept. of Education hosts a State Board Retreat yearly to give updates on previous programs, sneak peak on future ones, and leadership training. As a bonus, the group visits nearby schools to witness how education is being delivered. This year the retreat was at the Georgia Cyber Center in Augusta. Georgia leaders kicked off Ga Prek Week at Baker Place Elem. It was such a warming atmosphere. There were also visits to Davidson Performing Arts in Richmond County and Grovetown Career Academy in Columbia County.  Wow....wow!




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It's Not Too Late or Too Early to support the Re-election Campaign for
Rep. Valencia Stovall
DONATE $10 or more www.GoStovall.com

Mail donations to 
Friends of Valencia Stovall
PO Box 842
Ellenwood, Georgia 30294
Maximum contribution $2,600 Primary; Donations are not tax-deductible

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SESSION ENDED ON APRIL 2ND
Governor Kemp has signed and vetoed bills. View www.gov.georgia.gov/legislation/2019


FY 2020 Budget $27.5 Billion began July 1st
The budget is comprised of: Education 55%, Health & Human Services 22%, Public Safety activities 8%, Economic Development & General Govt. Agencies 15%
www.house.ga.gov/budget

FY 2019 Amended Budget $26.9 Billion
Georgia State Capitol
18 Capitol Square, Atlanta 30334
Coverdell Legislative Office Building (CLOB 510)

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WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT A PARTICULAR PIECE OF LEGISLATION?
            If you would like to learn more about any legislation go to http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/en-US/Search.aspx, and with using the bill number (comes after the letters “HB, HR, SB, SR”) search for legislation that you want to know about, because Knowledge is Power!
 
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*Click to view the report: The State of Literacy in Georgia: Action Needed For Georgia's Thriving Workforce and Economy

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Read more information on featured articles & resources

Did you know high school students can attend high school & college simultaneously at no cost to parents? 
www.mowrga.org

Adult Protective Services for Senior Adults & other resources
https://aging.georgia.gov/adult-protective-services-aps

Job Search
http://dhsjobs.dhs.ga.gov/Public

Special Housing Credit with Downpayment Assistance in Georgia
for Teachers, Nurses, Firefighters, Police, Veterans, Seniors, and others
https://www.dca.ga.gov/newsroom/news-releases/housing-tax-credits-awarded-30-development-projects-across-georgia

HB 614 Landon Dunson Act
http://www.news-daily.com/news/gov-deal-signs-rep-stovall-s-landon-dunson-act-into/article_5bac50f0-799c-5a84-8461-610c8fbe1489.html

Women In Politics Award
http://www.ncsl.org/legislators-staff/legislators/womens-legislative-network/women-in-politics-making-a-difference-awards.aspx

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The new CCRPI scores have been published. For more info click http://gosa.georgia.gov/ Did your school show improvement?