Press release [July 29, 2002B]

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Georgia House of Representatives Public Information Office Room 131, State Capitol 30334 404-656-5082 1-800-282-5800

July 29, 2002

For Immediate Release MADDOX NAMED VICE-CHAIR OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE

Atlanta State Representative George Maddox (D-Decatur) has been named vice-chairman of the House Industrial Relations Committee. Maddox was named to the post by House Speaker Thomas B. Murphy (D-Bremen).

Thirty-two separate standing committees consider by subject area the thousands of bills and resolutions which are introduced each year and range from subject areas including state budgeting, the courts, public health and taxation.

"Representative Maddox's outstanding service to the House makes him an able choice for vicechairman," Murphy said. "His demonstrated leadership and ability will contribute greatly to the effectiveness of the committee."

The House Industrial Relations Committee handles workers compensation legislation and deals with other issues such as minimum wage, employment security; and, any bills that deal with employer-employee relationships.

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For further information please contact Rep. Maddox at 404-656-0188.