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Senate
Higher Education
Committee Members
Burns, MaxChairman
Hickman, BillyVice Chairman
Payne, ChuckSecretary
Beach, BrandonEx-Officio - (Until 05/05/2025)
Summers, CardenEx-Officio
Jones II, Harold V.Member - (Until 01/13/2026)
Moore, ColtonMember - (Until 01/13/2026)
History and Duties
 The Committee on Higher Education has general jurisdiction over issues related to the University System of Georgia, the Technical College System of Georgia, other postsecondary institutions, and student financial aid.
Capitol Office
327-A CLOB
Atlanta, GA 30334
Phone: (404) 463-1376
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NamePositionEmail Address
Tarika JacksonLegislative Assistanttarika.jackson@senate.ga.gov
Olivia DavisOPLA Analystolivia.davis@senate.ga.gov

Key Topics

  • College affordability and Student Financial Aid
  • Student safety
  • HOPE Scholarship and education grants
  • Training and preparing Georgia's workforce
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