Press release [Jan. 17, 2003E]

1-1726-4783

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

January 17, 2003

HOLMES TO CHAIR EDUCATION PANEL
State Representative Bob Holmes, D-Atlanta, has been named chairman of the House Education Committee.
Holmes was named to the post by House Speaker Terry Coleman, D-Eastman.
"The House is reliant on the committee system and leadership provided by the committee chairs," Speaker Coleman said. "The volume and variety of legislation introduced during a session requires careful review by the committees empaneled to study and make recommendations concerning the bills and resolutions in the areas of their expertise."
Thirty-five separate standing committees consider by subject area the thousands of bills and resolutions which are introduced each year and range from topics including state budgeting, the courts, public health and taxation.
"Representative Holmes' outstanding service to the House makes him an able and respected choice for chairman," Coleman said. "His demonstrated leadership and ability will contribute greatly to the effectiveness of the committee and the House generally."
The Education Committee handles legislation regarding the state's public school system and any matters related to private schools.
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For further information contact Rep. Holmes at (404) 656-5115.