Stephens County Sheriff Rusty Fulbright recently traveled to the State Capitol alongside other county officials, engaging in key legislative discussions with state representatives.
On Thursday, March 13, Fulbright joined representatives from the Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce, the Stephens County Development Authority, the Stephens County School System and Toccoa Police Chief Bruce Carlisle for the visit.
The delegation met with Georgia Sen. Bo Hatchett, R-Cornelia and Rep. Chris Erwin, R-Homer, to gain insight into legislative priorities and pending bills that could impact the local community.
Among the legislation under discussion were House Bills 430, 577 and 225, as well as Senate Bill 254. The bills focus on tightening regulations regarding sex offenders, vaping products, school zone speed cameras and hemp, – issues that could significantly affect families and youth in Stephens County.
Fulbright emphasized the importance of these measures, particularly in safeguarding children.
“I wanted to learn where our state senator and state representative stand on these bills which all affect the children in Stephens County and their accessibility to these products,” Fulbright said. “It’s important that they pass because these issues usually impact our youth, our school-aged children.”
Fulbright’s office said the visit provided local leaders with a clearer understanding of legislative efforts and reinforced their commitment to advocating for policies that benefit the Stephens County community.
