Political Notes: March 2015
A new GDOT commissioner, life science supporters in the legislature and a new chair and legislative priorities for the Georgia chamber.
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A new GDOT commissioner, life science supporters in the legislature and a new chair and legislative priorities for the Georgia chamber.
David Perdue heads to D.C., Sally Quillian Yates is nominated for deputy attorney general and more runoffs for Georgia House seats.
Changes in the state government lineup, Isakson to run for re-election and a new Board of Regents chair.
A Republican sweep at the polls, the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project gets underway, and Gov. Deal establishes the Georgia Ebola Response Team.
Down to the wire in election season, an ethics commission update and more cityhood efforts in DeKalb.
More trouble in DeKalb, the RNC recognizes B.J. Pak and Robert Jepson is honored for his leadership and service.
A look at the state’s political races, the Democratic Party of Georgia names its coordinated campaign co-chairs, and new Ports Authority appointments.
New leadership for the Ports Authority and DFCS, the Georgia Chamber and TAG honor legislators, and Gov. Deal receives national recognition.
Runoff election updates, support for SHEP and a new gig for a former state senator.
A new gun law for Georgia, child welfare reform and accolades for House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams.
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