I am excited to announce that my bills: HB2748 and HB2433 passed on the House Floor last week! Both bills will help to further support and protect vulnerable populations in our community.

HB2748 allows for an additional year of in-person learning for students with developmental disabilities, and their families, who have “aged-out” of their schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic. That last year is vital to what comes next for many of these students. I am proud to announce that this bill passed unanimously and is headed to the Senate.

HB2433 is a first step to explore collaboration opportunities for local county health departments to work with the State in improving response times and mitigation of nursing home complaints. Residents and their families deserve the sense of security knowing they are being cared for in the best manner possible. This bill also adds accountability requiring the State to report to the GA regarding nursing home complaints.

Thank you to the constituents and community organizations who shared their experiences with me; as well as the state departments and staff who helped me draft this legislation.