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The Rights of Free Press and Free Association Are In the Constitution

By Jeff, on February 3rd, 2010%

I just wanted to clear that up, since many of the so-called “Constitutionalists” have been flooding my Facebook feed and inbox with status updates and emails telling me to call the Beacon, the host of tomorrow night’s “Big 5″ GOP GAGOV debate and protest them deciding not to include Ray McBerry and Jeff Chapman.

Indeed, apparently they are also now planning a protest outside the event over McBerry’s lack of inclusion.
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Dougherty School Board apparently oblivious to law

By Tom, on February 3rd, 2010%

Per an email blast from WALB, the Dougherty County School Board has decided to keep Joshua Murfree as their choice for Superintendent, despite the legality of that move. But then again, what do you expect in Albany, GA where laws only apply to subjects like us. Continue reading Dougherty School Board apparently oblivious to law

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On the Floor Today: Wednesday, February 3, 2010

By Jeff, on February 3rd, 2010%

Senate (link):

  • SR 626, Senator John Douglas’ resolution opposing a Congressional proposal to have private insurance companies reimburse the national Department of Veterans Affairs for treatment of veterans’ service connected injuries and disabilities.
  • SB 315, Senator Preston Smith’s Uniform Emergency Volunteer Health Practitioners Act
  • Consent Calendar for Privileged Resolutions

House (link):

  • HB 916, Rep Howard Maxwell’s bill nullifying application for retirement benefits under certain conditions

C/P Georgia Legislative Watch

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In Committee Today: Wednesday, February 3, 2010

By Jeff, on February 3rd, 2010%

Senate Natural Resources and the Environment Committee (pdf)

  • SB 303, Senator John Douglas’ bill allowing certain pythons and anacondas to be kept as pets under certain conditions

House Judiciary Non Civil Committee (link)

  • HB 896, Rep Doug Collins’ bill regarding speedy trials for members of the National Guard or other military units who have been called to duty overseas.
  • HB 898, Rep Doug Collins’ bill regarding the contents of publication of drunk drivers’ information following their second or subsequent conviction.

House Defense and Veterans Affairs Committee (link)

  • HR 1106, Rep Larry O’Neal’s resolution regarding the Honor and Remember Flag

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