Georgia lawmakers were among those across the state Thursday who paused to remember the tragic school shooting that took place a year ago at Apalachee High School in Barrow County. Among them was Senate Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte, R–Dallas, who also reaffirmed his commitment to advancing policies that protect children and give educators and families the resources they need to keep schools safe.
“One year ago, our state was shaken to its core when lives were stolen in the halls of Apalachee High School. Families lost loved ones, and Georgia was reminded of the unthinkable pain that no parent, child, teacher or community should ever have to endure,” said Anavitarte. “As we honor the memory of those we lost, we must recommit ourselves to the truth that protecting our children cannot be something we only do after tragedy strikes. It must be our constant duty. Georgia has taken bold, practical steps to protect our children, teachers and everyone who sets foot in a school setting. We will continue to listen, learn and legislate with the conviction that school should always be a place of safety, not fear.”
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