August 4, 2005

House Republicans Call for Tougher Laws

Regarding Sex Offenders & Sexual Predators

Pooler, Georgia - Representative Buddy Carter (R-Pooler) recently signed on as co-sponsor of sex offender legislation that will be introduced in the 2006 legislative Session by House Majority Leader Jerry Keen (R- St. Simons) and Speaker Glenn Richardson (R-Hiram). These Representatives have teamed up with Georgia Sheriffs calling for tougher laws regarding sex offenders and sexual predators.

“Recent events in Georgia and around the country have brought a heightened awareness of the need to protect our children from sexual predators,” Keen said. “Our children are being stalked on the internet, in their schools, and in their neighborhoods and their own homes. We are going to begin the process of taking a look at Georgia's laws and make some real decisions about how we can better protect our children.”

The legislation is aimed at both examining and strengthening Georgia's existing laws regarding sex offenders and sexual predators. Some of the areas up for discussion include the classification of such individuals, state registration requirements, violation penalties and employment restrictions. During the 2005 legislative session, the General Assembly adopted House Bill 188, requiring a sex offenders' photograph to be published in the local newspaper upon release from prison. This law could be expanded to publish such photographs on a yearly basis.

Speaker Richardson added, “We are going to send a strong message to those sex offenders and sexual predators in Georgia that if you harm our children your punishment will be swift and it will be severe. There is no place in our state or in our society for anyone who preys on innocent children.”

July 7, 2005  

State Representative Buddy Carter appointed by

Speaker Richardson to the

National Conference of State Legislatures

Atlanta –State Representative Buddy Carter (R-Pooler) has been appointed by Speaker of the House, Glenn Richardson (R-Hiram) to represent the State of Georgia at National Conference of State Legislatures as a member of the Health Committee.

This committee has jurisdiction over state and federal health legislation, regulations and policies. The committee educates Congress and federal agencies as to state concerns regarding developments in federal health resources law. In addition, it serves as a forum for legislators and legislative staff to learn about and share information regarding policy options being considered in other states.

The committee consists of state legislators and legislative staff from the nation's legislatures. It convenes in conjunction with NCSL's other standing committees. Rep. Carter, who will be paying his own transportation expenses, will join the NCSL at its annual meeting in Seattle, Washington from August 16 – 20, 2005.

May 20, 2004

Buddy Carter announces County Commissioner

Dean Kicklighter to serve as Campaign Chairman

Former Pooler Mayor Buddy Carter, Republican candidate for the 159th State House seat, announced today that Chatham County 7th District Commissioner Dean Kicklighter will serve as his Campaign Chairman.   

Kicklighter is running unopposed for his second consecutive term on the County Commission and has previously served as Mayor of Garden City. “I am honored to serve as chairman of Buddy's campaign”, Kickligter said. “The success Pooler has enjoyed under his leadership is remarkable.   His vision and conservative values are exactly what this area needs to carry us into the future.”

"I am extremely excited to have Dean Kicklighter serving as Chairman of my Campaign Committee."   Carter said.   "The enthusiasm and energy he brings to our campaign is phenomenal."  

The former 5-term Mayor has sited his experience and qualifications dealing with growth issues as a major factor in his decision to run for State Representative.   “South Effingham and West Chatham have much in common, not the least of which is tremendous growth potential, which is where my background and experiences are.   I have faced the tough battles dealing with growth- water, sewer and infrastructure needs, planning and zoning issues, quality of life decisions.   We have been tested in Pooler and have passed the test, and now I want to help the people of this district with my experience and qualifications.”

Widely know for his fiscal conservatism, Carter also has sited his success in lowering property taxes and increasing financial reserves during his 15-year career in Pooler. “Perhaps most importantly are the number of jobs we have created during this time as well as the fact that we have continued to maintain our much beloved ‘Hometown Atmosphere.'   I am as proud of this as anything.   With all the new infrastructure, all the new homes, all the new buildings, all the new people- we continue to maintain our Hometown Atmosphere.”

For more information the candidate can be reached at 604-5149.

April 26, 2004

Pooler Mayor Buddy Carter to Qualify

for State House on Wednesday.

Pooler Mayor Buddy Carter announced today that he will qualify for the Republican nomination for the 159 th district of the Georgia House of Representatives on Wednesday, April 28, 2004 .  

According to State Law, when he qualifies Wednesday, the 5-term Mayor must relinquish his duties with the City.  

Mayor Carter cited his desire to represent the City at the Groves High School Baccalaureate services to be held Tuesday at Garden City First Baptist Church, as the reason he did not qualify sooner.  

“Normally I would have been first in line to sign up at the Capital on Monday morning; however the opportunity to participate in this very special ceremony was too tempting.   What a wonderful way to end my tenure as Mayor by honoring some of our finest young people at such a special time in their lives.”

March 26, 2004

Pooler Mayor Buddy Carter announces run for State House.

Pooler Mayor Buddy Carter announced today that he will be seeking the Republican nomination for the 159 th district of the Georgia House of Representatives.  

The 159 th district is comprised of areas in unincorporated Chatham County south of Georgetown to the Bryan County line, the cities of Pooler, Bloomingdale, Port Wentworth, Rincon and unincorporated South Effingham County .  

The 5-term Mayor sited his experience and qualifications dealing with growth issues as a major factor in his decision to run for the post.   “All of these areas have much in common, not the least of which is tremendous growth potential, which is where my background and experiences are.   I have faced the tough battles dealing with growth- water, sewer and infrastructure needs, planning and zoning issues, quality of life decisions.   We have been tested in Pooler and have passed the test, and now I want to help the people of this district with my experiences and qualifications.”

Widely known for his fiscal conservatism, Carter also sited his success in lowering property taxes and increasing financial reserves during his 15-year career in Pooler.   “Perhaps most importantly are the number of jobs we have created during this time as well as the fact that we have continued to maintain our much beloved ‘Hometown Atmosphere.'   I am as proud of this as anything.   With all the new infrastructure, all the new homes, all the new buildings, all the new people- we continue to maintain our Hometown Atmosphere.”

“Without an incumbent Republican in this district it is vitally important that our party retain this seat.   Our efforts to achieve a Republican majority in the House are directly dependent on retaining existing Republican seats as well as capturing new ones,” the candidate said.

For more information the candidate can be reached at 748-5717.