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Senator
Bill Cowsert
Committee Membership
Legislative Service
  • 2007 - Sworn into Georgia Senate
  • 2011 - Appointed Majority Caucus Chair
Biographical Information
Occupation: Attorney
Spouse: Amy
Birthdate: September 1
Session
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Capitol Office
121- F State Capitol
Atlanta, GA 30334
Office: (404) 463-1366
Fax: (404) 657-9887
Legislative Assistant
District Information
P.O. Box 512
Athens, GA 30603
Office: (706) 543-7700
Fax: (706) 543-7731
Email
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121- F State CapitolAtlantabill.cowsert@senate.ga.gov40465798874044631366GA121- F State Capitol30334
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