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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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And after 40 Legislative Days, the Senate stands adjourned Sine Die...
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Georgia State Senate
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A new Sine Die tradition brought to us by @GeoffDuncanGA ! Did you know he was a baseball player at @GeorgiaTech ? #SineDie
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Senate Government Oversight Committee to Hold Meeting on State Elections Processes. Read more: #gapol #gasenate
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The Senate stands adjourned Sine Die #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
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It’s day 40, y’all! #SineDie
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The Senate welcomes Atlanta @Braves legend John Smoltz to the chamber #gapol #gasenate http://t.co/IhoWzlGwRT
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Georgia State Senate
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Today, flags at the state Capitol and at state buildings across Georgia will fly at half-staff to honor of the life and legacy of Chairman Jack Hill.
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SB 358 is passed by substitute with a vote of 30 to 19. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Congratulations to James Beal, Senior Policy Analyst with our Senate Research Office, for passing the Georgia Bar Exam yesterday!
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Happy Holidays! Today, the annual Christmas Tree arrived at the Georgia State Capitol. This year's tree was harvested from Palmetto, GA in the Chattahoochee Hills area. Here's an inside look at the behind the scenes work necessary to get the tree raised in the Capitol Rotunda!
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Georgia State Senate
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Keeping up the Senate tradition of a “first pitch” from @GeoffDuncanGA on Sine Die! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Roses are red, violets are blue, Happy Valentine's Day from the Georgia Senate to you! #gapol #gasenate
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. @SenatorIsakson ’s years of legislative service have contributed to the overall prosperity of Georgia and our nation, and we join our fellow Georgians in thanking him for his sacrifice, dedication & leadership. (1/2)
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SB 241 passes by substitute by a vote of 29-20 #gapol #gasenate
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The Senate is taking a moment to honor the life of Daniel Dudgeon, the son of Mike Dudgeon – the Lt. Governor’s policy director #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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Sen. Johnny Isakson was a devoted public servant and statesman, dedicating decades of his life to serving the people of his state and his country. Sen. Isakson will always be remembered as a fair and respected servant leader who left a lasting impact on both Georgia and the U.S.
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Georgia State Senate
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Heading into the home stretch of the evening in the Senate chamber! #gapol #gasenate @RussGoodman8
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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That’s a wrap on the 2019 legislative session. We’ve adjourned SINE DIE! #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
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In preparation for Crossover Day tomorrow, the Secretary of the Senate's Office was busy putting together each senator's binder of bills and resolutions through a tradition known as 'Walking the Dog" #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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This morning, our hearts collectively broke as we learned of the death of Chairman Jay Powell. A friend to members in both chambers, he served Georgia with dignity & passion. We are thinking of his family, friends & fellow members and ask that you do too. We will miss him greatly
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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The Senate stands adjourned Sine Die! #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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A memorial has been set up in the Senate chamber for @SenatorGregKirk . Reply with your favorite memories of Sen. Kirk and we’ll share with his family. #gapol #gasenate
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The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus Releases Statement on President Trump’s Demand to Overturn the Georgia Election. Read more: #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Chairman Jack Hill.
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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Wishing our Lieutenant Governor, Burt Jones, a very happy birthday! @LtGovJonesGA #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Sen. @elenaparent a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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Our office is hiring! We're looking to fill the position of one, full-time Communications Associate. See the picture below for more details. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Georgia General Assembly Launches New Public Website. Read more: #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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They don’t call us the Upper Chamber for nothin’! #WeAreTheChampions
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P.K. Martin
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Team Senate once again brought home the victory in the 2nd annual Legislative Kickball Game!
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Georgia State Senate
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Thank you to our nation’s veterans who have fearlessly served, including the members of our Senate who represent various branches of service. As we honor these individuals, our office will be closed today in observance of Veteran’s Day and will reopen tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. #gapol
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Georgia State Senate
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Shoutout to both the Senate and House budget offices for their hard work. Our constitutional duty to pass a balanced budget is complete! Great job this session!
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Georgia State Senate
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Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? The job of "walking the dog" or compiling all the paper copies of bills and resolutions in the right order for all 56 senators, staff and media belongs to the Sec. of Senate's crew. Here are some photos of the process!
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Senator David Lucas a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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We hope we've been helpful this Crossover Day. Let us know if you have any questions or need us to clarify anything. We're here to help! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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As you prepare for a Special Session under the Gold Dome, be on the lookout for our new Senate Committee hashtags! They are unique to each standing committee and will make them easier to locate on your feed. Stay tuned for more in the coming weeks! #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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The 2019 Legislative Session is right around the corner. As committees begin to meet, here's a chart to help you follow along. And here's the website that tells you meeting times and locations: Let us know if you have any questions!
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Georgia State Senate
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We love our #LegislativeStaff in the Georgia Senate! Many thanks to the hard working women and men behind the scenes who make everything happen! @NCSLorg #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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And that’s a wrap for the 2021 Legislative Session! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Sen. @pkmartiniv & the Senate are celebrating Dr. G.P. “Bud” Peterson and his retirement as president of @GeorgiaTech . During his year tenure, enrollment at Georgia Tech increased by 69% and the number of women in the first year class has increased from 32 to 40% #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Senator Greg Kirk after a battle with cancer.
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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We hope you're having a "berry" good week! June is Georgia Blueberry Month, and what better way to celebrate than to highlight Sen. Russ Goodman, who works on his south Georgia blueberry farm during the interim between legislative sessions! #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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The Senate has nominated and unanimously confirmed Sen. @Butch_Miller as President Pro Tempore of the Senate. #gapol #gasenate
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Happy #ThrowbackThursday ! The Gold Dome of the State Capitol is a staple of Georgia. This week, we’re sharing a cool moment from atop the Capitol building on June 16, 1993. #gapol #gasenate
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From the Georgia State Senate, happy National "Have a Coke" Day! #gapol #gasenate
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Remembering the heroes that launched a decisive assault and changed the course of history. #gapol #gasenate
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Inauguration Day in Georgia! Governor Brian Kemp and Georgia's Constitutional Officers were officially inaugurated this morning at the Georgia State University Convocation Center. This is Governor Kemp's second term as the 83rd Governor of Georgia #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Casper with Sen. Jeff Mullis!
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Georgia State Senate
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We’re headed to the House chamber! Watch the state of the Judiciary here: #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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From presenting in committee meetings, to advocating in the halls, Dawn was a staple at the capitol. We will miss her presence but know that her legacy lives on through the policy she influenced.
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Governor Brian P. Kemp
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Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Dawn Alford, Public Policy Director of the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities. Dawn dedicated her life to advocating for disabled Georgians and will be sorely missed.
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Georgia State Senate
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And just like that, we've adjourned SINE DIE! #gapol #gasenate
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Motion to agree to the House Substitute to SB 319 passes with a vote 34 to 22 #gapol #gasenate
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The Senate stands adjourned Sine Die! #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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Hope you all have enjoyed keeping up with the legislative session as much as we have! We’ll be here all day (and night), so tweet us all your #gapol related questions!
@GeoffDuncanGA
Geoff Duncan
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Our Senate Press team has helped each and every Senator communicate their policy positions & priorities w/ their constituent through the media. They also keep Georgians up to date w/ Senate happenings through the @GASenatePress page. Thankful for this hard-working team! #gapol
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Sen. Jason Anavitarte Introduces Legislation to Ban Foreign Adversaries from Possessing Georgia Land. Read more: #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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SB 319 passes by a vote of 34 to 22 #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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It’s #LegislativeStaff week! As a @NCSLorg tradition, each day this week we will highlight a different Legislative Office under the Gold Dome! The Senate Research Office operates as a nonpartisan office serving all 56 Senators and the Lt. Governor. Thank you SRO for all you do!
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Sen. Lee Anderson is recognizing Mr. Todd Greene in the Senate Chamber. Mr. Greene started his career playing baseball for Georgia Southern University and subsequently played 12 seasons in Major League Baseball. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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On this day, and every day, we honor those who have served and those who have sacrificed their lives for this country.
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Sen. @StricklandForGA a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Sen. Steve Gooch a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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Time for convening has arrived and the Senate has come to order. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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The 2021 Legislative Session is ONE WEEK away and excitement is building here under the Gold Dome! Follow us over the next couple of days to learn more about how to navigate the resources available to you on our new website #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Sen. Max Burns a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Sen. Larry Walker is recognizing @Smokey_Bear for 75 years of wildfire prevention! This is the longest running public service campaign in the U.S. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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The Senate had the pleasure of welcoming former Georgia Bulldogs Head Football Coach Vince Dooley to the Senate Chamber to honor and recognize retiring House Appropriations Chairman Terry England #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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SB 85 receives a 'do pass' recommendation by the Senate #GaRegIndCmte #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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First up, the Senate Research Office! SRO is a team of analysts that each specialize in a particular policy area. Their expertise helps with research requests, reports for Senate committees and so much more. Thank you SRO for all your hard work #gapol #gasenate #NCSL
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Georgia State Senate
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The Senate stands adjourns #gapol
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Sen. Bo Hatchett a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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Are you feeling reminiscent? Watch our recap of some of our favorite moments from Legislative Day 40, Sine Die, of the 2023 Legislative Session! #gapol #gasenate #sinedie
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Georgia State Senate
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Sen. Josh McLaurin moves for the Senate to stand adjourned Sine Die #gapol #gasenate
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Sen. Ellis Black is welcoming members of the Valdosta State University football team @valdostastatefb to the Capitol in celebration of their 2018 Division II NCAA Championship victory. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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The "ball is moving forward," and the Senate is having a productive start to Legislative Day 40! #gapol #gasenate @Sen_Ed_Harbison
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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In the coming months, the Senate Press Office will be publishing a monthly newsletter, designed to bring attention to the work of the legislature during the interim. Check out our first issue here! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Senator @Sen_Ed_Harbison a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Today, a lighting ceremony was held for this year's tree! Check out this time-lapse of all the behind the scenes work necessary to get the tree raised and lit! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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The 2024 Legislative Session has finally come to a close! Check out a few of our favorite photos from our final week of legislative work under the Gold Dome. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Wishing Sen. @Chuck_Payne a very happy birthday! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Statement by the Chairwoman of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, Sen. Tonya Anderson, on U.S. State Capitol Siege. Read more: #gapol #gasenate
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@GASenatePress
Georgia State Senate
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The Senate Budget and Evaluation Office deserve all the praise during #LegislativeStaff week! SBEO is committed to assisting in the development of the budget for the State of Georgia. Thank you SBEO for your outstanding work! #gapol #gasenate #ncsl
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Georgia State Senate
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The first session of the 155th Georgia General Assembly adjourned Sine Die on April 2nd at 11:59 p.m. Here's an overview of what we did during the 40-day legislative session! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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It’s Day 3 of #LegislativeStaff week! Today we are honoring the staff who support our Senate Leadership offices! Thank you for all you do for Senate Leadership! #gapol #gasenate #ncsl
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Georgia State Senate
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First Lady Sandra Deal was a exceptional woman and a devoted public servant. She dedicated her life to serving the people of Georgia, particularly Georgia's students, with kindness and compassion. Governor Deal and his family are in the Senate's thoughts and prayers. #gapol
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Georgia State Senate
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The Senate #GaRulesCmte was honored by a visit from @GovKemp who addressed the committee members and guests highlighting his priorities for the session #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Behind the scenes of the Georgia Senate, there are many AMAZING staff members who work tirelessly for our state. We appreciate all of our legislative staff for their dedication and hard work! Happy @NCSLorg Legislative Staff Week! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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The Senate is taking a moment of silence in honor of Sen. Greg Kirk and is conducting a ceremony in his tribute. #gapol #gasenate
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Lt. Governor @GeoffDuncanGA continues his tradition of throwing a “first pitch” on Sine Die! #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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Amendment 1 to SB 222 would replace “pecan” on line 34 with “the senator from the 13th.” Amendment 1 is lost #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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If you are ever at the State Capitol, we encourage you to visit Dr. King’s portrait located at the North Wing of the capitol and his statue, which is located on the northeast corner of Capitol Grounds and faces his birthplace on Auburn Avenue. #gapol #gasenate (3/3)
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Georgia State Senate
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It's Day 2 of Legislative Staff Week and we're highlighting the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office! These analysts work around the clock to evaluate state programs and craft balanced budgets for each fiscal year. We couldn't do it without you! #gapol #gasenate #NCSL
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SB 355 is passed by a vote of 31 to 19. #gapol #gasenate
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Georgia State Senate
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It's Day 2 of #LegislativeStaff week! Today we are highlighting the Senate Administrative Assistants and Senate Aides and Interns for their hard work! These dedicated groups are what keep business flowing under the Gold Dome. We thank you for all you do! #gapol #gasenate #ncsl
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