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Sunday, May 19, 2024

State Rep. Will Wade

Recent News About State Rep. Will Wade

  • Legislator Vows to Protect Homeowners' Rights Amid Debate Over House Bill 220

    As the debate surrounding House Bill 220 continues, a legislator remains unwavering in their commitment to safeguarding the American dream of homeownership. The focus remains on transparency, accountability, and due process to empower homeowners and ensure their voices are heard within condominium and property owners’ associations (POAs).Addressing the pressing need for homeowners to access vital documents, financial statements, and legal representation, the legislator emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability within associations. The absence of these...

  • Rep. Elect Gary Richardson to be Sworn in for 2023-2024 Legislative Term

    ATLANTA – State Representative-Elect Gary Richardson will be sworn in to the Georgia House of Representatives for the 2023-2024 term to serve House District 125 TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 9 a.m. in the House Chamber of the Georgia State Capitol.Columbia County Superior Court Judge and Former State Representative Barry Fleming will swear in Rep. Elect Richardson.The ceremony will take place at the Georgia State Capitol, specifically in the House Chamber located at 206 Washington Street S.W., Atlanta, GA 30334.Rep. Elect Gary Richardson is set to officially...

  • Rep. Will Wade Introduces Legislation Providing Homestead Exemptions for Dawson County Seniors

    State Representative Will Wade has introduced House Bill 1422 and House Bill 1423 to provide homestead exemptions for certain senior citizens in Dawson County from ad valorem taxes used for county and educational purposes. Rep. Wade expressed the importance of supporting seniors on fixed incomes, stating, “Our Dawson seniors are feeling the financial burdens of record-high inflation and the rising costs of everyday necessities.” He urged the Senate to vote favorably for the exemptions after passing the House.State Senator Steve Gooch praised Rep. Wade's efforts, saying,...

  • Georgia Legislative Caucuses to Host First-Ever Tri-Caucus Town Hall

    Members of the Georgia Legislative Black (GLBC), Legislative Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) and Hispanic Legislative Caucuses will come together to host the first-ever tri-caucus town hall event in Atlanta. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Latin American Association.Keynote speakers at the town hall will include State Representatives Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah) from the GLBC, Michelle Au (D-Johns Creek) representing the AAPI Caucus, and Senator Jason Esteves (D-Atlanta) from the Hispanic Legislative Caucus.The purpose of the...