Press release, 2020 February 19

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For Immediate Release Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Former State Trooper, Tift Sheriff Gary Vowell Named Interim Public Safety Commissioner
Atlanta, GA Today the Board of Public Safety voted unanimously to approve former Tift County Sheriff Gary Vowell to serve as the interim commissioner of the Department of Public Safety. Governor Kemp applauded the board's decision, citing Vowell's lifelong career in law enforcement and dedication to integrity and public service. Vowell will assume this new role on March 1, 2020.
"Gary Vowell is a respected and trusted leader within Georgia's law enforcement community, and he is a strong public servant who is ready to take the helm at the Department of Public Safety," said Governor Kemp. "Given his background, I know that Gary will be able to easily transition in this important role."
"I was honored to receive the Governor's call to serve as interim commissioner of the Department of Public Safety, and I am deeply thankful to the board for their confidence in my ability to lead such a critical function of our government," said Gary Vowell. "My entire career has been devoted to keeping Georgia families safe and upholding the highest ideals of integrity in our law enforcement community, and I look forward to working in the Kemp administration."
The Governor's Office asks any interested parties who wish to be considered for Department of Public Safety Commissioner once Vowell completes his interim assignment to email appointments@georgia.gov.

Gary Vowell is a Georgia native and lifelong law enforcement official. Over the years, he has mentored hundreds of police officers, served in various leadership roles across the Peach State, and earned accolades for his service

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