Rogers Introduces “Early Hope Scholarship” for
Foster and Military Children
ATLANTA (Feb. 3, 2010) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) today introduced Georgia’s Early Hope Scholarship Program, to help military, foster and special needs children receive the best education opportunities possible.
“I know for certain that every child can learn if placed in the right learning environment. The decision of which environment serves the child best must be placed in the hands of those who ultimately have the child’s best interest in mind – the parents. Children of military and foster care often get shuffled from school to school and can fall behind. By providing parents a better choice for a stable learning environment, these children will be more likely to succeed in school and in life. The successful results shown by the Special Needs Scholarship are undeniable. These children deserve to be a part of this wonderful program that places education, not bureaucracy first,” said Rogers.
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Senator Rogers Announces Major Overhaul of Georgia Property Tax System
ATLANTA (Feb. 1, 2010) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) today announced a much-needed overhaul of Georgia’s property tax system. After collecting information and input from property owners, assessors and local governments, Rogers presented a property tax assessment and appeals reform bill with more than 40 changes to the tax system.
“The collection of taxes should be fair, transparent, and easy to understand. Sadly, the property tax in Georgia accomplishes none of these things. This legislation attempts to bring fairness to an unfair system,” said Rogers. “Georgians from all over the state created this legislation. During my eight years I have never witnessed an issue where everyone agreed the current system is broken. We have had hundreds of suggestions for change. The more than 40 changes represented in this bill represent the will of the people and will bring needed relief to property owners.”
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Rogers: Senate Sponsor of Free-Market
JOBS Bill
ATLANTA (Jan. 29, 2010) – Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) joined Senate and
House leaders today in announcing the Jobs, Opportunity, and Business Success Act of 2010 (JOBS
Act of 2010). This legislation is designed to stimulate the state’s economy by providing tax credits,
cuts and incentives to create, expand and attract new businesses in Georgia.
“Our goal should be nothing less than making Georgia the most job friendly and investor friendly state
in America,” said Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock). “This legislation should be
like a bright neon sign, telling the world Georgia is open for business and open for investment. These
difficult economic times call for bold action. Giving Georgia entrepreneurs the freedom they need to
do business will be the key to a prosperous Georgia with good high paying jobs.”
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