Representatives from the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus want to make sure they have input on how the state reacts to the coronavirus pandemic. The group is issuing a list of recommendations to the task force created by Governor Brian Kemp. “We’re not surprised that we’ve been somewhat of a whipping post as it relates to mortality,” said State Representative J. …
Coronavirus Updates: Kemp’s Plan Leaves Many Georgia Business Owners Wary, Confused
Gov. Brian Kemp’s call to reopen shuttered businesses in Georgia left many business owners wary and confused as they considered how to protect themselves and their customers in a state where coronavirus deaths exceed 800 and confirmed infections have surpassed 20,000.
Some North Georgia officials worry state’s COVID-19 reopening plan could put them ‘right back where we were’
North Georgia officials said Tuesday they’re hesitant about Gov. Brian Kemp’s aggressive plans to reopen the state’s economy. Kemp announced Monday that many businesses forced to close to slow the spread of the coronavirus will be allowed to reopen as early as Friday.
Savannahian Among Georgia Black Caucus 2020 Honorees
Mr. John Finney, Savannah native and the former Executive Director of The Economic Opportunity Authority for Savannah-Chatham County, received the “Keeper of The Promise Award” at the 2020 Georgia Legislative Black Caucus Annual Heritage Dinner on February 27, 2020. Mr. Finney served two years active duty in the United States Army, with one year overseas duty in Okinawa, and four …
The Congressional Black Caucus Statement on Senate Passage of “CORONA 3” Emergency Bill
The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) released the following statement after the bipartisan Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security, or CARES Act, passed the Senate: “When America catches a cold, Black America catches pneumonia. So as America continues to deal with the impact of the coronavirus health crisis, the CBC is fighting for bold solutions to support the needs of Black …
Georgia Legislative Black Caucus to host annual Heritage Dinner
The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC) will host its annual Heritage Dinner on Thursday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. The theme for this year’s dinner and awards ceremony is “GLBC: Building on The Past, Standing Strong in The Present, Elevating Georgia 2020 and Beyond.” At the dinner, the GLBC will honor past legislators …
The Local Take: Georgia Black Caucus Legislative Agenda, Heritage Dinner February 27
The Local Take talks with House Representative Camia Hopson from Albany, Georgia, about this year’s legislative session and the Georgia Black Caucus Heritage Dinner. The dinner is taking place on February 27th at the Georgia World Congress Center. Representative Hopson also mentions that the caucus awards unsung heroes doing work in the community at the annual dinner.
The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus announced its 2020 legislative priorities
ATLANTA (CBS46)—In honor of Black History Month, the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus (GLBC) announced its 2020 legislative priorities. One of the legislative priorities for 2020 is the expansion of affordable healthcare, according to GLBC member Rep. Patty Bentley (D-Butler). “We believe Georgia should catch up with other states across the nation and expand Medicaid, insuring hundreds of thousands more of …
What some legislators want to do to punish hate crimes in wake of foiled attack in Gainesville
Rep. Karen Bennett wants Georgia to “say no to hate.”
The Stone Mountain Democrat, who is also the Georgia Black Legislative Caucus chairwoman, said her organization will encourage the state Senate to pass a bill regarding hate crimes.
