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GA SR936
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/10/2016
Primary Sponsor
Brandon Beach
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AI Summary
- Georgia Senate commends J. Mark Burkhalter for his dedicated service to Johns Creek and the State of Georgia
- Burkhalter was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 1992 at age 31 and served continuously for 18 years, rising to Administration Floor Leader, Speaker Pro Tempore, and Speaker of the House under Governor Sonny Perdue
- He was the first Republican to author Georgia's budget since Reconstruction and sponsored HB 1321 creating the City of Johns Creek
- Prior to his legislative career, he served on the staff of Congressman Newt Gingrich and built a career in real estate development as principal of Burkhalter Realty and Akin Properties
- Upon resigning from the General Assembly in 2010, he joined the international law firm Dentons as Senior Advisor in Public Policy and Regulation
Legislative Description
Burkhalter, J. Mark; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/10/2016
Full Bill Text
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