Updates from Chuck

Helping our Georgia neighbors after Helene

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:54:22 GMT

Helping our Georgia neighbors after Hurricane Helene

Many have been asking how they can help our neighbors who are hurting right now.

Click “Download” to get a PDF document with some, not a complete list, of the local organizations coordinating the regional efforts.

Our House Staff has been and continues to work to compile a list of local charities that local representatives in the impacted areas recommend.

We realize this is not a comprehensive list, and we will continue to add to it and update you as we have more information in the coming days.

Also included are three larger statewide/regional groups that we know are on the ground in Georgia, if that helps.

Reducing the Impacts of Inflation

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 17:13:35 GMT

Since 2000, Washington spending has cost the average household almost $30,000 extra.

REPRESENTATIVE CHUCK MARTIN is working to reduce the impact of inflation, and he gets results.

Rep. Chuck Martin Appointed to House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:49:56 GMT

“I am grateful to be selected by Speaker Burns to work on this study committee with my fellow House members and leaders from TCSG and USG,” said Chairman Martin.

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Thursday, June 20, 2024

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Rep. Chuck Martin Appointed to House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions

ATLANTA – State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta), Chairman of the House Committee on Higher Education, was recently named by Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve on the House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions.

“I am grateful to be selected by Speaker Burns to work on this study committee with my fellow House members and leaders from TCSG and USG,” said Chairman Martin. “We have seen that the conversion from quarter to semester systems has resulted in longer terms with more classes and fewer graduation cycles. In some cases, this has been a burden on students and the education system. I am eager to further study the options available to ensure that we best support our students throughout their pursuit of higher education.”

Created by House Resolution 1384 , the House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions will examine the respective advantages and disadvantages of semesters and quarters for institutions of the University System of Georgia and the Technical College System of Georgia and whether the anticipated benefits of converting to the semester system have been realized. The study committee will have the opportunity to submit their findings into proposed legislation during the 2025 legislative session.

Speaker Burns also appointed the following legislative members to this study committee: State Representatives Shaw Blackmon (R-Bonaire), Ginny Ehrhart (R-Marietta), Mike Cheokas (R-Americus), and Stacey Evans (D-Atlanta).

Representative Chuck Martin represents the citizens of District 49, which includes portions of Fulton County. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 2002 and currently serves as Chairman of the Higher Education Committee. He also serves on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education and the Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Creative Arts & Entertainment, Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications, Regulated Industries, Retirement, Rules, Ways & Means, and Technology and Infrastructure Innovation committees.

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Rep. Chuck Martin reappointed to serve as alternate member of the Southern States Energy Board

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:54:25 GMT

Working with our neighboring states toward providing access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy to meet the needs of Georgians.

"I'm honored to be reappointed to the Southern States Energy Board by Speaker Jon Burns". - Rep. Chuck Martin

Rep. Chuck Martin appointed to serve as vice-chairman of the Halls of Fame Authority Overview Committee

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:47:49 GMT

Working to honor generations of Georgians

"I'm honored to be selected by Speaker Jon Burns to serve in leadership for the Halls of Fame Authority Overview Committee" - Rep. Chuck Martin

Rep. Chuck Martin Appointed to the Career and Technical Education Advisory Commission

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:37:01 GMT

Improving Educational Opportunities for Georgians

"I'm honored to be selected by Speaker Jon Burns to serve on the Career & Technical Education Advisory Commission" - Rep. Chuck Martin

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:54:42 GMT

Lt. Governor Jones and Speaker Burns Announce Appointees to Review Georgia’s Tax Credits

APRIL 24, 2023 BY BETSY THEROUX

Lt. Governor Jones and Speaker Burns Announce Appointees to Review Georgia’s Tax Credits

ATLANTA – Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones and Speaker of the House Jon Burns announce their respective appointees who will work on behalf of the Georgia General Assembly to review all Georgia tax credits, including Georgia’s film tax credit. Announced last month, this review is intended to support Georgia businesses while ensuring a significant return on investment for Georgia’s taxpayers.

The review process will take place during the remainder of 2023 so that any legislative changes which may be proposed can be considered during the 2024 Legislative Session. The House and Senate will work with the Governor’s Office of Planning & Budget, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and the Georgia Department of Revenue as well as industry stakeholders throughout the process. Public meetings of this group will be announced in the near future.

“I look forward to working with Governor Kemp, Speaker Burns, the House and business community to see what is and is not working to ensure a sound return on the state’s investments,” said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. “This joint approach is a critical first step in the process of reviewing all of Georgia’s current tax credits. My appointees are experts on tax policy and have been implementing and analyzing tax policy supporting economic development and Georgia’s ranking as the number one state in which to do business for over a decade.”

Lt. Governor Burt Jones has appointed Senate Finance Committee Chairman Senator Chuck Hufstetler (R -Rome) to serve as a co-chair on behalf of the Senate. Lt. Governor Jones has appointed the following members to serve along with the co-chair: Senator John Albers (R–Roswell), Senator Greg Dolezal (R- Cumming), Senator Bill Cowsert (R- Athens), and Senator Michael “Doc” Rhett (D- Marietta).

“I have called on some of the House’s most experienced leaders on tax policy to work on this important review, and I know they will work on behalf of all Georgians to support job growth and maintain a fair, competitive tax structure,” said Speaker Jon Burns. “I look forward to working with Governor Kemp’s administration, Lt. Governor Jones, and the Senate as well as the business community throughout this process.”

Speaker Burns has appointed House Ways & Means Committee Chairman Shaw Blackmon (R-Bonaire) to co-chair the review on behalf of the House. Speaker Burns has also appointed the following members to the review: Rep. Debbie Buckner (D-Junction City), Rep. Kasey Carpenter (R-Dalton), Rep. Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta), and Rep. Bruce Williamson (R-Monroe). Rep. Matt Hatchett (R-Dublin), Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, has been appointed by Speaker Burns as an ex-officio member.

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Capitol Express 2023

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 12:32:13 GMT

The Capitol Express - 2023 Legislative Session

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To see newsletters from the 2024 General Assembly, click here.. .

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Rep. Chuck Martin Named Chairman of the House Higher Education Committee

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 14:56:24 GMT

Rep. Chuck Martin Named Chairman of the House Higher Education Committee

ATLANTA – The Georgia House of Representatives’ Committee on Assignments named State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta) as the Chairman of the House Higher Education Committee.

“I am honored to have the continued confidence of Speaker Burns and my House colleagues to lead the Higher Education Committee,” said Rep. Martin. “I look forward to working with our members to provide Georgians the absolute best opportunities.”

The House Committee on Assignments, chaired by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington), is charged with making all House committee assignments for the members of the Georgia House of Representatives.

The Higher Education Committee is responsible for legislation influencing all aspects postsecondary education, public and private, including University System of Georgia, the Technical College System of Georgia, Georgia Student Finance, the HOPE Scholarship, and other student financial aid.

Chairman Martin was also named as a member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education and the Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Creative Arts & Entertainment, Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications, Regulated Industries, Retirement, Rules and Ways & Means committees.

For a complete list of all House committee assignments, please click here.

Representative Chuck Martin represents the citizens of District 49, which includes portions of Fulton County. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 2002 and currently serves as Chairman of the Higher Education Committee. He also serves on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education and the Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Creative Arts & Entertainment, Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications, Regulated Industries, Retirement, Rules, Technology and Infrastructure Innovation and Ways & Means committees.

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Chairman Chuck Martin Announces Special Subcommittee of Higher Education to Address Workforce Development, Retention

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Fri, 13 May 2022 14:13:09 GMT

Chairman Chuck Martin Announces Special Subcommittee of Higher Education to Address Workforce Development, Retention

May 13, 2022

ATLANTA – State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta) today announced a new special subcommittee of the House Higher Education Committee to address workforce development. This special subcommittee will examine current challenges the state is facing with respect to recruiting and retaining talent to Georgia’s workforce.

“By 2030, long-term growth in industries, such as logistics, energy, manufacturing, health care and technology, will require our elected leaders to partner with higher learning institutions and the business community to find ways to effectively meet public and private workforce needs,” said Chairman Martin. “We are currently competing with states like Texas, Florida, Kentucky and Oklahoma that have already implemented policies that foster and retain talented and skilled workers. Georgia’s next decade of economic growth depends on implementing creative, bold and untraditional workforce solutions now.”

Chairman Martin has appointed the following House Higher Education Committee members to join him in serving on this special subcommittee:

Rep. Patty Bentley (D-Butler)
Rep. Kasey Carpenter (R-Dalton)
Rep. Robert Dickey (R-Musella)
Rep. Matt Dubnik (R-Gainesville)
Rep. Ginny Ehrhart (R-Marietta)
Rep. Betsy Holland (D-Atlanta)
Rep. Edna Jackson (D-Savannah)
Rep. Sam Park (D-Lawrenceville)
Rep. Clay Pirkle (R-Ashburn)
Rep. Marcus Wiedower (R-Watkinsville)
Rep. Ron Stephens (R-Savannah) – Chairman of Economic Development, ex-officio member

Chairman Martin and the subcommittee members will specifically examine innovative solutions to meet the most urgent workforce needs across several industry sectors. This special subcommittee will partner with Georgia’s higher learning institutions and the business community to develop more targeted curricula and increase career focused enrollment, among other issues.

This subcommittee will also consider multiple factors influencing the current labor shortage in Georgia and around the world. Nationally, there are 3.9 million fewer workers in the workforce today compared to 2019. Since the pandemic began, America has created more than 6.4 million new jobs. There has also been a 34 percent increase in American gig workers since 2019.

Representative Chuck Martin represents the citizens of District 49, which includes portions of Fulton County. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 2002 and currently serves as Chairman of the Higher Education Committee. He also serves on the Special Committee on Election Integrity and the Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education, Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications, Regulated Industries, Retirement, Rules, Science and Technology, Creative Arts & Entertainment Ways & Means committees.

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Martin Receives 'Champion of Georgia Cities' Award

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:01:37 GMT

Roswell Mayor Kurt Wilson presents 'Champion of Georgia Cities' Award to Representative Chuck Martin

NEWS RELEASE April 2022

For Immediate Release

Contact: Charlotte Davis

cdavis@gacities.com

Martin Receives ‘Champion of Georgia Cities’ Award

ROSWELL – Rep. Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta) received a 2022 “Champion of Georgia’s Cities Award” from the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA). The award, given at the end of every two-year legislative term to state legislators who actively support major municipal initiatives and goals, was presented to Martin on Monday, April 25, at the city of Roswell’s monthly council meeting.

Mayor Kurt Wilson expressed, “The city of Roswell appreciates Rep. Martin’s leadership on behalf of our community and all cities this past legislative session. Our city benefits when we have a strong relationship with members of the Georgia General Assembly, and I look forward to continuing to partner together on city priorities.”

Rep. Martin assisted GMA and its members by helping to stop legislation that would have preempted local citizens and local elected officials from regulating or restricting rental-only subdivisions. Rep. Martin also championed local priorities through his work on telecommunications and rights-of-way legislation, taxation reform, and land-use and zoning matters.

“We greatly appreciate Rep. Martin’s strong support for city government and his willingness to advocate for local decision making in the General Assembly,” said GMA Executive Director Larry Hanson. “Due to his strong leadership, the citizens of all of Georgia’s cities will benefit.”

Based in Atlanta, GMA is a voluntary, non-profit organization that provides legislative advocacy, educational, employee benefit and consulting services to over 500 member cities.

Rep. Chuck Martin Launches Reelection

chuck@martinforgeorgia.com (Chuck Martin) — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:11:18 GMT

Chuck Martin Launches Reelection Campaign for Georgia General Assembly House District 49

Click to download our announcement for re-election to House District 49.

Rep. Sandra Scott Commends Passage of Legislation to Encourage College Education for Foster, Adopted, Homeless Children

Tue, 04 May 2021 14:42:21 GMT

“I want to thank State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta), chairman of the House Higher Education Committee, for his hard work on getting this final version of the bill to the governor’s desk for his signature,” said Rep. Scott.

M AY 4, 2021 BY BETSY THEROUX

Rep. Sandra Scott Commends Passage of Legislation to Encourage College Education for Foster, Adopted, Homeless Children

ATLANTA – State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex) commends the recent passage of Senate Bill 107, legislation which seeks to encourage college education opportunities to foster and adopted children, as well as children who experience homelessness. SB 107 incorporates legislation introduced by Rep. Scott in recent years to help homeless youth attend college, and this final version of SB 107 was signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp on Monday, May 4.

“I want to thank State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta), chairman of the House Higher Education Committee, for his hard work on getting this final version of the bill to the governor’s desk for his signature,” said Rep. Scott. “I also want to thank Mr. Mike Daily of the Orange Duffle Bag Initiative and Kaitlyn Barnes, who worked with the Barton Child Law and Policy Center, for their hard work of putting together talking points about HB 7 and coming to the Capitol to testify year after year. This bill will definitely help our most vulnerable population make it through college without worrying about how to pay for college. These children can now focus on their school work instead of channeling their energy into less positive outlets.”

SB 107 waives tuition and fees, including mandatory room and board fees, for qualifying foster and adopted children who attend the University System of Georgia and Technical College System of Georgia. SB 107 also provides in-state tuition at units of the University System of Georgia and branches of the Technical College System of Georgia for youth who are from homeless situations; this portion of the bill is reflected in House Bill 7, legislation introduced by Rep. Scott during the 2021 legislative session.

Rep. Scott supports portions of SB 107 that reflect HB 7 and target issues that may make it difficult for former homeless youth to afford a college education in Georgia. SB 107 and HB 7 include language to update Georgia code to ensure that current and former homeless youth living in Georgia can qualify for in-state tuition in the University System and the Technical College System of Georgia. Similar to HB 7, SB 107 also provides that once a student certifies that they are from a homeless situation, their status is maintained until they graduate in order to eliminate the need to recertify this status annually. These two bills also outline that state-funded foster care assistance would not be considered as income in order to determine financial aid

For more information on SB 107, please click here .

For more information on HB 7, please click here .

Representative Sandra Scott represents the citizens of District 76, which includes portions of Clayton and Henry counties. She was first elected to the House Representatives in 2010 and currently serves on the Defense & Veterans Affairs, Human Relations & Aging, Legislative & Congressional Reapportionment, Science and Technology and Special Rules committees.

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Welcome to Martin for Georgia!

jack@crossroadsstrategygroup.com (Jack Miller) — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 01:10:37 GMT

Welcome to Martin for Georgia's website...

We look forward to connecting with you throughout the course of the campaign!

Updates from Chuck

Helping our Georgia neighbors after Helene

Helping our Georgia neighbors after Hurricane Helene

Reducing the Impacts of Inflation

Since 2000, Washington spending has cost the average household almost $30,000 extra.

Rep. Chuck Martin Appointed to House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions

“I am grateful to be selected by Speaker Burns to work on this study committee with my fellow House members and leaders from TCSG and USG,” said Chairman Martin. ﻿

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Contact: Betsy Theroux

Thursday, June 20, 2024

(404) 656-3996

Rep. Chuck Martin Appointed to House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions

ATLANTA – State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta), Chairman of the House Committee on Higher Education, was recently named by Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve on the House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions.

Speaker Burns also appointed the following legislative members to this study committee: State Representatives Shaw Blackmon (R-Bonaire), Ginny Ehrhart (R-Marietta), Mike Cheokas (R-Americus), and Stacey Evans (D-Atlanta).

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Rep. Chuck Martin reappointed to serve as alternate member of the Southern States Energy Board

Working with our neighboring states toward providing access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy to meet the needs of Georgians.

Rep. Chuck Martin appointed to serve as vice-chairman of the Halls of Fame Authority Overview Committee

Working to honor generations of Georgians

Rep. Chuck Martin Appointed to the Career and Technical Education Advisory Commission

Improving Educational Opportunities for Georgians

Lt. Governor Jones and Speaker Burns Announce Appointees to Review Georgia’s Tax Credits

Lt. Governor Jones and Speaker Burns Announce Appointees to Review Georgia’s Tax Credits

Capitol Express 2023

The Capitol Express - 2023 Legislative Session

Access each update by volume from this page.

Rep. Chuck Martin Named Chairman of the House Higher Education Committee

Rep. Chuck Martin Named Chairman of the House Higher Education Committee ﻿

Rep. Chuck Martin Named Chairman of the House Higher Education Committee

Chairman Chuck Martin Announces Special Subcommittee of Higher Education to Address Workforce Development, Retention

Chairman Chuck Martin Announces Special Subcommittee of Higher Education to Address Workforce Development, Retention

Martin Receives 'Champion of Georgia Cities' Award

Roswell Mayor Kurt Wilson presents 'Champion of Georgia Cities' Award to Representative Chuck Martin

NEWS RELEASE April 2022

For Immediate Release

Contact: Charlotte Davis

cdavis@gacities.com

Martin Receives ‘Champion of Georgia Cities’ Award

“We greatly appreciate Rep. Martin’s strong support for city government and his willingness to advocate for local decision making in the General Assembly,” said GMA Executive Director Larry Hanson. “Due to his strong leadership, the citizens of all of Georgia’s cities will benefit.”

Based in Atlanta, GMA is a voluntary, non-profit organization that provides legislative advocacy, educational, employee benefit and consulting services to over 500 member cities.

Rep. Chuck Martin Launches Reelection

Chuck Martin Launches Reelection Campaign for Georgia General Assembly House District 49

Rep. Sandra Scott Commends Passage of Legislation to Encourage College Education for Foster, Adopted, Homeless Children

“I want to thank State Representative Chuck Martin (R-Alpharetta), chairman of the House Higher Education Committee, for his hard work on getting this final version of the bill to the governor’s desk for his signature,” said Rep. Scott.

Rep. Sandra Scott Commends Passage of Legislation to Encourage College Education for Foster, Adopted, Homeless Children

Welcome to Martin for Georgia!

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“I am grateful to be selected by Speaker Burns to work on this study committee with my fellow House members and leaders from TCSG and USG,” said Chairman Martin.

Rep. Chuck Martin Named Chairman of the House Higher Education Committee