2012 Capitol Update 2 – Cut Red Tape, More Support HB 291
Jan 29, 2012 No Comments ›› BrettThe General Assembly completed its third week of the 2012 legislative session with a challenge by Speaker Ralston to cut red tape on small business. The Speaker charged Representative David Knight, Chair of the House Special Committee on Small Business Development and Job Creation to lead this effort toward serious regulation reform to help spur our state economy and ...
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Rep. Harrell’s bill removes fees from property tax bills
Jan 15, 2012 No Comments ›› BrettRepresentative Harrell introduces truth in taxation measure State Representative Brett Harrell (R-Snellville) today introduced legislation (HB 291) requiring that property tax bills include property taxes and only property taxes. Rep. Harrell says, “Too often citizens across Georgia are experiencing increasing property tax bills, increased monthly mortgage payments, and in some cases liens against their property resulting from the ...
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2012 Legislative Session Preview
Jan 4, 2012 No Comments ›› BrettI was pleased to provide a preview of the 2012 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly today at the Snellville Commerce Club luncheon. As I said to those attending, mine is but one of 180 views from the House of the upcoming term and should be considered in that light. As constitutionally required, the General ...
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Sine Die Special Session – all about maps
Sep 5, 2011 No Comments ›› BrettLast Wednesday, the Special Session of the Georgia General Assembly concluded with the adoption of new maps for the U.S. Congress, Georgia Senate and House, as well as the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners and School Board. While the process must strictly follow Federal guidelines with regard to the Voting Rights Act as well as ...
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