The Parent Press: Sine Die 2010

4.3.2012
State Rep. Elena Parent
The Parent Press

Sine Die 2012

The 2012 Legislative Session had its final day, known as Sine Die, on Thursday March 29. Here's what happened before the session was gaveled to a close: Read More »

The Parent Press: The Final Legislative Week, 2012

3.26.2012
Rep. Elena Parent
The Parent Press

2012 General Assembly Session Legislative Update:
The Final Week!
The 2012 Legislative Session is drawing to a close.  Sine Die, the 40th Day, is scheduled for Thursday March 29.  Here is an update on recent activity under the Gold Dome: Read More »

Cut politics out of cityhood

3.7.2012
Rep. Elena Parent
Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Since 2005, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek, Milton, Chattahoochee Hills, Dunwoody and Peachtree Corners have incorporated as new municipalities.

Now, the Georgia House of Representatives has taken steps toward the creation of a city in North DeKalb — Brookhaven (or Ashford, as it may be called.) Read More »

The Parent Press: Crossover Day

3.7.2012
Rep. Elena Parent
The Parent Press

2012 General Assembly Session Legislative Update:

Crossover Day!

Today is Crossover Day. Day 30 of the 40-day Legislative Session is known as Crossover Day. By Crossover Day, any bill that can be signed into law this year must have "crossed over" from one legislative chamber to the other, otherwise it will not be able to be considered and will die. Any bill that dies Read More »

Chamblee Annexation Bill Passes the House

2.24.2012
Stephanie Arnold
Brookhaven Patch

The the House Hopper was introduced by Rep. Elena Parent (D-81), and was voted on only by DeKalb County delegation and will likely reach the Senate clerk's office by the end of today's session. Read More »