On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce, chaired by Sen. John Albers (R – Roswell), will be holding its final meeting at 9 a.m. at the Georgia State Capitol. The Senate Study Committee was created pursuant to Senate Resolution 275, sponsored by Sen. Albers, which passed during the 2023 Legislative Session with bipartisan support. This committee was established to fulfill one of Lt. Governor Burt Jones priorities for the 2023 session. Lt. Governor Jones will be in attendance to address the committee at this final gathering. The committee is comprised of both legislative and non-legislative members: Sen. Albers as Chairman, Sen. Brandon Beach (R – Alpharetta), Sen. Jason Esteves (D – Atlanta), Sen. Sonya Halpern (D – Atlanta), Sen. Billy Hickman (R – Statesboro), Champ Bailey, Joseph McDermott, Ryan Pernice, Technical College System of Georgia Commissioner Greg Dozier, Dave Williams, and Daniela Perry.
Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56 th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at [email protected]
Joint Meeting of Senate Committees on Public Safety & Science and Technology on Artificial Intelligence
On Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 10 a.m., the Senate Committee on Public Safety, chaired by Senator John Albers (R – Roswell), and the Senate Committee on Science and Technology, chaired by Senator Chuck Payne (R – Dalton), will hold a joint meeting on the topic of Artificial Intelligence. The meeting will include presentations from industry experts with the goal of analyzing current and projected future use of artificial intelligence. The committee meeting will be live-streamed on the Senate website.
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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56 th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at [email protected]
Sen. Chuck Payne serves as the Chairman for the Senate Committee on Science and Technology. He represents the 54th Senate District, which includes Whitfield and Murray County as well as part of Gordon County. He may be reached at 404.463.5402 or by email at [email protected].
The fall has arrived, and our hard work continues in the Georgia Senate. I have many important committees actively working, budget preparation, constituent services, etc.
I stand with our great ally Israel after this horrific act of terrorism and war by Hamas. Innocent lives have been lost and we pray for their families, safety, and continued struggle for freedom and liberty.
It is time for the world to come together and end this senseless violence. #standwithIsrael
Today marks 22 years since 9/11/01. Do you remember how you felt on September 11th, and the days after? Did you thank a police officer or give blood? Did you have a tear in your eye when you passed a fire station? Did you talk to complete strangers or give grace and forgiveness to those you previously denied it? Did you rethink your priorities or just hug your family and say I love you more often? Did you proudly display the American flag?
Each of us was affected in different ways. First Responders all over the country went on high alert to protect the homeland. Today, we still stand ready and answer the call. September 11th, also known as Patriots Day is to remember and support our Police, Firefighters, EMS & 911 dispatchers.
September 11, 2001, 2,977 people died – of the fallen were 343 firefighters and 72 police officers. Their actions and sacrifice saved thousands of our families and friends. We Will Never Forget!
May God bless you, our great state of Georgia, and the United States of America.
Senators Albers and Payne Announce Joint Senate Committee Meeting to Discuss Artificial Intelligence
ATLANTA (August 21, 2023) | Today, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety, Senator John Albers (R – Roswell), and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Science and Technology, Senator Chuck Payne (R – Dalton), announced plans to host a joint committee meeting concerning the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This meeting will take place on November 1, 2023 and is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m.in room 450 of the State Capitol.
“I want to commend Chairman Albers and Payne for their proactive work on this important issue,” said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. “Artificial Intelligence is evolving rapidly and it is important for us to analyze current and future AI practices. We must look at the pros, cons and potential unintended consequences of AI and I look forward to the work of this Senate joint committee.”
“AI may be one of the greatest disruptors in history providing significant advancements and monumental risk,” said Sen. Albers. “We must address this head on to protect our citizens, businesses, and state.”
“As Chairman of the Senate Science and Technology Committee, I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with Chairman Albers and the Public Safety Committee, as to best address real concerns related to advances in artificial intelligence and to mitigate any risks facing the citizens of our state,” said Sen. Payne.
This joint committee will bring industry experts to the table with the goal of analyzing current and projected future artificial intelligence practices. The committee aims to pave a path forward as the sector continues to grow throughout a multitude of platforms both in Georgia and across the nation.
More information and an agenda for this meeting will be sent at a later date.
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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at [email protected]
Sen. Chuck Payne serves as the Chairman for the Senate Committee on Science and Technology. He represents the 54th Senate District, which includes Whitfield and Murray County as well as part of Gordon County. He may be reached at 404.463.5402 or by email at [email protected].
Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce to Hold Third Meeting
On Tuesday, August 22, 2023, the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce, chaired by Senator John Albers (R – Roswell), will be holding its third meeting at 10:00 a.m. at the Kia Assembly Plant in West Point, Georgia. The Senate Study Committee was created pursuant to Senate Resolution 275, sponsored by Sen. Albers, which passed during the 2023 Legislative Session with bipartisan support. This committee was established to fulfill one of Lt. Governor Burt Jones priorities for the 2023 session. The committee is comprised of both legislative and non-legislative members: Sen. Albers as Chairman, Sen. Brandon Beach (R – Alpharetta), Sen. Jason Esteves (D – Atlanta), Sen. Sonya Halpern (D – Atlanta), Sen. Billy Hickman (R – Statesboro), Champ Bailey, Joseph McDermott, Ryan Pernice, Technical College System of Georgia Commissioner Greg Dozier, Dave Williams, and Daniela Perry. The study committee will hold three more meetings throughout the remainder of the year, with a schedule of meetings located on the committee website listed below.
WHO: Sen. John Albers, Chairman of the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce Senate Study Committee Members
Representatives from a wide range of Georgia industries
WHAT: Third meeting of the Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia’s Workforce
WHEN: Tuesday, August 22, 2023 – 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Kia Georgia Training Center, 900 KIA Blvd, West Point, Georgia
It was 2 years ago today, July 21st, 2021, when my son Will and I walked into Emory Hospital at 5:00 am for kidney transplant surgery. Some days it feels like it was an eternity ago and others like it was yesterday.
Our story began in August of 2020, when Will was rushed to the hospital. We learned he was in kidney failure and almost lost him. Will was immediately put on dialysis and the impact to both him and the family was substantial. The doctor’s appointments were never-ending, he was in pain and was surrounded by others in the same situation where there was a constant fear that he would endure this forever. The surroundings were challenging and it was difficult to remain positive.
On July 1st of 2021, I received the greatest phone call of my life… I WAS THE MATCH to donate a kidney to Will! I cannot fully describe the emotions I experienced hearing from the medical team at Emory Hospital after many months of testing. We asked people to please pray for Will, me, our family, and the medical staff. Millions of people all over the world read our post and offered prayers and support.
Along the way, God sent angels to help light the path ahead. We kept our situation quiet at first and felt it was important to share the story. We want to empower people to go to their doctor if they are feeling ill, understand kidney disease and get tested, support those in need, learn their family history and how to become an organ donor. We know God had a plan and our mission is now to share our experience and serve others.
In the time since, Will has testified before legislative committee and I have authored and successfully passed the “Giving the Gift of Life Act” in Georgia in 2022. Together, we are working on assisting other states pass this legislation as well as testifying at committee for federal legislation. This spring, Will and I worked with our friend Dave Galbenski to bring the first Living Donor Awareness night to the Atlanta Braves. Will spearheaded conversations with the TSA and the airline industry and we are lobbying to bring the organs back to cabin of airplanes for travel. Since 9/11, several hundred organs have been damaged or lost due to being stored in the cargo area. We also work with countless wonderful organization solving problems, mentoring families, and paying it forward.
The outpouring of support these past two years is still overwhelming and heartwarming, and simply more than words can describe. Will and I are both doing great! We are fully healed and working tirelessly to transform the transplantation process. Thank you to our worldwide prayer army. There is goodness all around us and we are grateful and healthy two years later… July 21, 2023!
Summer has arrived and the work to keep Georgia the #1 place to live, work, play, and raise a family continues. Our 2023 legislative session was an overwhelming success, and I am proud serve you. As a reminder, this is the first of a two-year process…
This morning, Senate Committee on Public Safety Chairman Sen. John Albers (R – Roswell) released the following statement in response to actions taken by Neo-Nazi activists over the weekend outside of a Cobb County Synagogue: “It is disheartening to see that in today’s day and age, we are still dealing with the issue of antisemitism. In the last year, faceless cowards have left hateful leaflets in neighborhoods, painted swastikas on walls, sent threatening messages and made awful and disparaging comments throughout our state. These acts are unconscionable and some criminal,” said Sen. Albers.
“This past weekend, activists proceeded to demonstrate derogatory acts such as holding up Nazi flags in front of the Chabad of Cobb, a Jewish synagogue within my district that I am proud to represent. I stand fully behind Rabbi Silverman, his congregation and the Jewish people everywhere. Both my grandfathers served in the US Army and helped defeat the Nazis in World War II. I will proudly continue their work now to ensure that all Georgians are able to live in peace. As the Senate Chairman of Public Safety, I am diligently working with our local, state, and federal counterparts to assure any criminal activity is pursued to the fullest extent of the law.
I am asking you to join me today in locking arms to denounce these terrible people and work together to ensure safety, support, and liberty in our land for all who choose to call Georgia home.”
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Sen. John Albers serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety. He represents the 56th Senate District which includes portions of Cherokee, Cobb and North Fulton counties. He may be reached at his office at 404.463.8055 or by email at [email protected].
