Atlanta Woman magazine has teamed up with Loretta Lepore, a Senior Advisor for McKenna Long & Aldridge law firm, to create the latest addition to our website: the Newsworthy Channel.
At Newsworthy, we’ve brushed away the political jargon and sifted out the legal rhetoric, leaving you with weekly updates on issues that face the Georgia General Assembly in 2008, issues that could ultimately affect Atlanta businesses and every Atlanta woman.
At atlantawomanmag.com, feel free to share your thoughts, answer poll questions and test your political knowledge on pending legislation that could affect your business, your community and beyond.
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The Legislature is in session, and a number of bills affecting business and social issues are before lawmakers. Find out what's at stake so that your voice can be heard.
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Weekly Hot-Button Issue
HR 1226, Transportation Funding
Addressing the state's transportation funding shortfall is no doubt a priority issue for the Metro region. One idea being considered by lawmakers is a statewide penny sales tax. 90 percent of the revenue collected in each region of the state would be spent only on projects within that region, while the remaining 10 percent would be spent on statewide projects. If a constitutional amendment makes its way to the ballot this fall, would you vote yes or no? newsworthy@atlantawomanmag.com
McKenna Long & Aldridge's Loretta Lepore has provided summaries of bills and resolutions.
Did You Know It’s Legal to...
Obtain a driver’s license or license plate without required proof of citizenship.
Senate Bill 25 (SB 25) would change rules regarding the issuance of license plates, the surrendering of prior licenses, compensation of tag agents and more. These changes would be put into affect so that proof of citizenship would be required to obtain a motor vehicle tag or driver’s license.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out our list of F.A.Q.s to find the answers to your legislative questions. If that's not enough, drop us an email at newsworthy@atlantawomanmag.com.
Also McKenna Long & Aldridge's Loretta Lepore has provided summaries of bills and resolutions that are found both in the House and Senate of Georgia's General Assembly.
Sound Off
Sound off and give your opinion on any of the pending legislation listed.
Feel free to send Loretta Lepore of McKenna Long & Aldridge along with the Atlanta Woman magazine team your thoughts suggestions and comments. Just email us at newsworthy@atlantawomanmag.com.
