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Banking and Financial Institutions
Committee Members
Hodges, MikeVice Chairman
Kennedy, John F.Secretary - (Until 12/09/2025)
Harbin, MartyEx-Officio
Bearden, TimothyMember - (Until 01/13/2026)
Halpern, SonyaMember - (Until 01/13/2026)
Parkes, NabilahMember - (Until 03/13/2026)
History and Duties
 The Committee on Banking & Financial Institutions has general jurisdiction over financial institutions, real property finance, and corporate securities law.
Capitol Office
121-J CAP
Atlanta, GA 30334
Phone: (404) 463-5258
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NamePositionEmail Address
Elizabeth BennettLegislative Assistantelizabeth.bennett@senate.ga.gov
Josh RigsbyOPLA Analystjosh.rigsby@senate.ga.gov

Fast Facts

  • 70% of U.S. financial transactions pass through Georgia
  • Total of 169 State Chartered Banks in Georgia

Key Topics

  • Financial Transaction Security
  • Real Estate Transactions
  • Administration of Corporate Securities
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