News from under the Gold Dome

State Representative Butch Parrish (R-Swainsboro), chairman of the House Rules Committee, was recently appointed by Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve on the House Study Committee on Alternatives to Opioids for Pain Management.

“I am grateful to Speaker Burns for appointing me to this study committee on a matter that deserves much attention and investigation during the interim,” said Chairman Parrish. “We heard from many hurting families affected by the opioid crisis during the 2024 legislative session and made positive legislative change to help curb this epidemic. We will work hard this interim toward effective education regarding alternatives to addictive pain management medications to give peace to families and prevent more loss. I am eager to present legislation during the 2025 session based on our findings and continue the House’s efforts to pass public policy to protect Georgians.”

The House Study Committee on Alternatives to Opioids for Pain Management was established following the adoption of House Resolution 1360 during the 2024 legislative session. The study committee will explore methods to increase awareness of non-opioid alternatives, including non-opioid pharmacologic treatments, through educational programs for healthcare providers. The committee aims to foster collaboration and integrated care among all healthcare providers involved in pain management. Additionally, the committee may propose legislative recommendations before the 2025 legislative session.

Speaker Burns also appointed the following study committee members: State Representatives Katie Dempsey (R-Rome), Michelle Au (D-Johns Creek), Sharon Cooper (R-Marietta), Lee Hawkins (R-Gainesville), Lynn Gladney (D-Augusta) and Mark Newton (R-Augusta). Mr. Jeff Breedlove, Mr. Michael Persley, Dr. Armin Oskouei, Mr. Jesse Weathington and Mr. Adam Kaye will serve as the non-legislative members.

I remain dedicated to serving your interests as your state representative, and I hope that you will contact me with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the legislative session or with any proposals or recommendations for future legislation.

You can also stay in touch by visiting our website at www.house.ga.gov to watch a live stream of the House in action, as well as archived committee meetings, and review legislation that we are considering.

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Thank you for allowing me to be your representative.

Sincerely,

Representative Butch Parrish

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