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The 2019 Legislative Session started on Monday, January 14 and there was much excitement in the air for the returning and new members. All the legislators agreed to the Oath of Office for another 2 years of service. The first day was full of procedural and ceremonial processes required at the beginning of every 2 year cycle. All House members elected the Speaker of the House, Speaker Pro Tem, Messenger, Clerk of the House, and Door Keeper.

It was great to see my colleagues and their families.

Much appreciation to the voters of District 74 and praises to God for allowing me to serve for a 4th term.





Pictured with Rep. Sheila Jones and her brother Johnny Jones (my constituent)





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This week also included the Inauguration Ceremonies for the 83rd Governor of Georgia, Brian Kemp. This was my first time witnessing the ceremonies for a new administration. The other Constitutional Officers took their Oath of Office: Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan, State School Superintendent Richard Woods, Insurance Commissioner Jim Beck, Labor Commissioner Mark Butler, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black, Attorney General Chris Carr





My invited guests to Inaugural Gala: Angel Massey, Lenora Daniel, Dr. Lawanda Folami, Beverly Brewster







Busy Week: 

*Panelist for Georgia Voices for Children Legislative Update luncheon speaking on children issues and upcoming legislation to be introduced on open school enrollment, mandatory video cameras in special needs classroom, and excused absences for child entertainers.

*Attended Metro Chamber Early Education Luncheon hearing the statistics on importance of early reading and communication because of the brain development that happens before and after birth.

*Presented updates at Riverdale City Council meeting on upcoming session and progress of the Clayton entities on finding a replacement for the loss of the jet fuel tax.

*Clayton Delegation welcomed Clayton State University to the Capitol. I gave words of encouragement to the students to follow their passions in life.

*Featured host on WCEG Talk Radio speaking on upcoming legislation, first week of session, answering questions from callers.


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Nominations are now being accepted for Single Parents (male or female) across Georgia who are doing outstanding with raising their children. 
Go to www.nationalLG.org
to access nomination form, Sponsorship and Vending Opportunities 

DUE FEBRUARY 9, 2019

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SAVE THE DATE
2019 GEORGIA SINGLE PARENTS 2 DAY CELEBRATION
GEORGIA STATE CAPITOL - MARCH 21
MORROW EVENT CENTER - MARCH 22

Contact my office for more information

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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?