Cityhood Meeting This Coming Monday
5.2.2013Scott
Newsletter
Many of you know that discussions are underway in several communities within DeKalb County regarding the possible creation of new cities. As the creation of cities is a legislative process, my colleague Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver will be chairing a town hall meeting on the topic this coming Monday evening, May 6th. Read More »
The End of the Session
4.11.2013Scott
Newsletter
A few Thursdays ago was Sine Die, the end of the legislative session. I'd like to update you on key bills that passed both the House and Senate, and which await the Governor's signature. You can also find a list of bills signed by Governor Deal here. Read More »
Scott Holcomb Selected as One of Nation's Top Pro-Growth Progressive Leaders
4.11.2013The New Deal
Today, Georgia State Representative Scott Holcomb was selected as one of eleven rising leaders from across the country to join the NewDEAL, a national network that is committed to highlighting innovative ideas from state and local elected leaders who are pro-growth progressives. Read More »
Alert: Briarcliff Paving Project
4.2.2013Scott
If you live on Briarcliff Road near the Northlake Mall, you may have been awakened last night/early this morning by work crews who were paving Briarcliff Road. I had not received any notice that this work would be occurring - let alone the fact that it would be at night. Read More »
Iraq After 10 Years
3.21.2013Scott
Truman Project
In February 2002, I was part of a small team of Army planners who were given the charge to ready a war plan for Iraq. We were told, in no uncertain terms, that the United States was going to remove Saddam Hussein's regime from power. We were also told to use April 28th - of 2002, as the initial planning date for D-Day. It was not a coincidence that that date was Saddam's birthday. Our leadership in Washington wanted to send an unmistakable message. Read More »
UPDATE: The Judge's Decision
3.4.2013Scott
Newsletter
U.S. District Judge Richard Story has just denied a motion by the six members of the DeKalb School Board who were suspended by Governor Deal last week. Absent other legal action, this means that the suspension will proceed as planned, and the Governor will replace the six members. Read More »
The Governor, the Judge, the School Board, the Legislature, and You
3.4.2013Scott
Newsletter
As you know, dismissal of six members of the DeKalb County Board of Education was recommended by the State Board of Education and subsequently ordered by Governor Deal. Last Friday, Federal Judge Storey heard the DeKalb County School Board's case challenging the constitutionality of the statute that allowed for the dismissal of the Board members. We are now awaiting Judge Storey's decision on the case. Read More »
Rep. Holcomb Discusses DeKalb DoB with CBS Atlanta
2.25.2013Staff
The Judge's Order
2.25.2013Scott
As has been reported, Judge Story has issued an Order regarding the DeKalb Board of Education (DBOE). If you click here, you can see a copy of the Order. Read More »
Where it Stands Now
2.22.2013Scott
Newsletter
Yesterday, I attended most of the State Board of Education ("SBOE") hearing on the DeKalb Board of Education ("DBOE"). The hearing lasted fourteen hours and testimony was heard from SACS, Interim Superintendent Michael Thurmond, and members of the DBOE. Read More »
Here's the latest on the DeKalb BoE
2.20.2013Scott
In a desperate eleventh-hour effort to stymie the removal process, the DeKalb BoE filed a lawsuit yesterday, using taxpayer funds, seeking a temporary restraining order to stall the State BoE hearings. Read More »
Rep. Holcomb Calls For Removal
2.19.2013Scott
We should expect school board members to be public servants first. Their actions need to reflect that commitment to service. I sincerely believe that no other issue matters as much to the welfare of our community. Mismanaging our school system and shortchanging our children can have dire consequences: we'll lose talented teachers, shed jobs, damage our community's reputation, depress home values and, worst of all, we'll limit the opportunities available to our children. Read More »
Legislative Update and an Invitation to my Town Hall Meeting
2.8.2013Scott
Newsletter
Hearings have begun on HB 142 and HB 143, a pair of bills that would begin to address our state's urgent need for ethics reform. You know where I stand on this issue Read More »
Man of Action
2.3.2013Mary Helen Martin
Daily Report
A lot of it has to do with my military service. Having spent so much time overseas in some pretty challenging circumstances forced me to think about the world in government and civil society in a way that I think a lot of people haven't had the chance to reflect. I really loved being in the military, but I also very much enjoyed being deployed. It's the most meaningful work I've done in my life and I've done a lot of stuff. Read More »
Results of Yesterday's State Board of Education Hearing Concerning the DeKalb Board of Education
1.18.2013Scott
Yesterday afternoon, the State Board of Education ("BoE") conducted a hearing to determine whether they should recommend to the Governor that he suspend the members of the DeKalb Board of Education. I attended the full hearing and listened to all of the testimony and the questions. I found the State BoE to be very well informed. They asked tough and important questions and required accountability from each of the members of the DeKalb BoE. Read More »
Today's State Board of Education meeting to be webcast
1.17.2013Scott
Yesterday afternoon, I was informed that the State Board of Education ("BOE") was not going to webcast today's proceedings concerning the DeKalb Board of Education. I then sent a request asking the State BOE to reconsider because of the public's interest to observe the proceedings and the reasonableness of the request. Read More »
It's time to get to work
1.17.2013Scott
Newsletter
On Monday, with my family by my side, I had the honor of being sworn in to represent the new 81st House District. I used my grandfather's Bible from World War 2, which my son held as I took the oath. Read More »
DeKalb County Schools Update
1.9.2013Scott
The crisis in our county school system is the single most important issue facing our community. I want to update you on what's happened so far, and be sure we all understand the decisions that will be taking place in the next few weeks. This is an issue that affects us all, whether you have children in the school system or not. Read More »
Representative Scott Holcomb Visits Beijing
11.30.2012Staff
Press Release
ATLANTA - November 30, 2012. Representative Scott Holcomb (D-DeKalb and Gwinnett) visited Beijing this week to deepen his understanding of China and to study international business. He visited the U.S. Embassy, met with officials from the State Department and Foreign Commercial Service, and toured the facilities of several American companies which have invested in China. Representative Holcomb made the trip as part of his studies with the Executive MBA program at the University of Georgia. The visit was paid for with personal funds. Read More »
Gratitude
11.21.2012Scott
I want to take a moment before Thanksgiving tomorrow to thank you for allowing me to serve as your State Representative. Read More »
Holcomb Elected To Democratic Caucus Leadership Position
11.13.2012Brookhaven Patch Staff
Brookhaven Patch
State Rep. Scott Holcomb, D-Atlanta, has been named Minority Caucus Chief Deputy Whip, becoming part of the Democratic Party leadership team in the Georgia General Assembly. Read More »
What We Did
11.7.2012Scott
I want to sincerely thank you for your support. This was a campaign that was built on a positive message of service. Read More »
Election Day Information You Need to Know
11.6.2012Scott
Be sure to bring your ID and your polling place will be listed on your voting card (you should have received one recently in the mail). In addition, you can check online at http://mvp.sos.state.ga.us/. Read More »
It's Time
11.5.2012Scott
Newsletter
Election day is finally here. When I cast my ballot on Tuesday, I'll be thinking about our future. Here in Georgia, we have much work to do to move our state forward. I'm involved in public service because I want Georgia to perform better. Read More »
The Triumph of Decency
11.2.2012Scott
Newsletter
I've told you what I will fight for - protecting funding for our classrooms, ethics in government, investments to drive economic prosperity. I've told you what I'd fight against - extremist proposals that are at best divisive and at worst destructive for our community. Read More »
Republicans rallying behind an Atlanta Democrat?
10.30.2012Jim Galloway
AJC
This morning, we told you that state Rep. Scott Holcomb, D-Atlanta, was leaning more and more on that yanked video by his GOP opponent, Chris Boedeker, to raise questions among Rep Read More »
Boedeker vs. Holcomb
10.30.2012Brian Bates
B Squared
Enough is enough. As a long-time Republican I can no longer sit by quietly and let the campaign tactics of the Boedeker campaign go unchallenged. Chris' website sums it up best when he says, "It's much easier to score political points, to misrepresent your opponents, to play the game." That is exactly what he has done to Scott Holcomb. That is exactly what he did to Carla Roberts. That is exactly what he will do down at the State House. Read More »
Carla Roberts blasts Chris Boedeker, his consultants
10.30.2012Carla Roberts MD PhD
Georgia Pundit
Last week, Chris Boedeker, Republican nominee for State House District 81, delivered some truly reprehensible behavior. Party affiliation is no excuse for someone to remain silent, and I can no longer remain silent. Read More »
An Honest Democrat
10.29.2012Scott
Newsletter
On Friday, Erick Erickson, author of the Red State blog, conservative radio talk show host and CNN political contributor, endorsed me over my Republican opponent. His published endorsement reads: "I'm proud to support Democrat Scott Holcomb for re-election in the State House. Better an honest Democrat than a lying fool."
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Residents, teachers, advocates discuss proposed charter amendment
10.24.2012Daniel Beauregard
Champion Newspaper
Rep. Scott Holcomb (D-Atlanta) explained both the legal and legislative aspects of the proposed amendment. Several years ago, the state established the Georgia Charter Schools Commission (GCSC), which allowed the state to authorize charter schools that had been denied charters by local schools boards. However, a lawsuit was filed and in 2011 the Georgia Supreme Court struck down the commission. Read More »
Let's Talk
10.23.2012Scott
Newsletter
We all know that political campaigns can be nasty affairs. As a veteran, I've been through tough challenges and I can handle myself in a fight. I certainly wasn't scared of the rough and tumble of politics when I decided to run for reelection. Read More »
Senator Max Cleland Condems False Political Attack on Scott Holcomb
10.18.2012Press Release
Atlanta, GA - Earlier today, State Representative Scott Holcomb, a 12 year military veteran who deployed overseas three times, was the subject of a false and malicious attack ad. Read More »
Meet and Greets Start Tonight!
10.16.2012Staff
Tuesday, Oct. 16, 7:00-8:30 PM
Hosts: Rachel Kachur and Greta Massetti
Home of Greta Massetti
2980 Stonegate Trail
Atlanta, GA 30340 Read More »
Early Voting Begins Today
10.15.2012Scott
Newsletter
Early voting begins today! DeKalb County is keeping regular voting hours from 7 am to 7 pm Monday through Friday, as well as Saturdays, October 20 and Saturday October 27 at the following locations: Read More »
Representative Holcomb Calls on Chris Boedeker to Stop Placing Illegal Robo-Calls
10.12.2012Staff
Press Release
"Laws around robo-calls were put in place to protect voters and increase transparency. But Chris Boedeker's string of dishonest, illegal robo-calls shows he has no respect for the people of the 81st District. As the Representative of this District, I'm not going to stand for this."
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Grand Opening Set for Representative Scott Holcomb's Campaign Headquarters
10.9.2012Staff
Press Release
October 9, 2012
Atlanta, GA - State Representative Scott Holcomb (D-Atlanta) will be celebrating the grand opening of his campaign headquarters on Saturday October 13, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. The office is centrally located in State House District 81 at 3352 Chamblee Tucker Road, Atlanta, Georgia, 30341. Read More »
Rep. Holcomb Visits Pre-K Students at Henderson Middle
10.1.2012Patch Staff
Tucker Patch
"Georgia's Pre-K is an exceptional education program that serves 84,000 4-year-olds throughout Georgia," said Pat Willis, Executive Director of Voices for Georgia's Children, a child advocacy organization. "Pre-K is a milestone in a child's early education. Studies show that early education programs for children age birth to five — in all income groups — will have long-term impact on a child's education. We are proud that Georgia's Pre-K is making a difference in the lives of so many of our youngest learners, preparing them for future success in school and in life." Read More »
STATE REPRESENTATIVE SCOTT HOLCOMB NAMED ONE OF GEORGIA'S 40 UNDER 40 BY GEORGIA TREND MAGAZINE
10.1.2012Staff
Press Release
October 1, 2012 - Atlanta. State Representative Scott Holcomb (D-Atlanta), was named by Georgia Trend Magazine as one of its 40 under 40 Honorees for 2012. Each year the Georgia Trend editorial staff selects 40 high-achieving Georgians under the age of 40 who are influencing the state's future in business, government, education, the arts and charitable organizations. Read More »
STATE REPRESENTATIVE SCOTT HOLCOMB READS TO PRE-K STUDENTS AT HENDERSON MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10.1.2012Staff
Press Release
STATE REPRESENTATIVE SCOTT HOLCOMB READS TO PRE-K STUDENTS AT HENDERSON MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Atlanta, GA, October 1, 2012 — To celebrate Georgia's Pre-K program and its 20th Anniversary, State Representative Scott Holcomb (D-Atlanta) read to a group of 4-year-olds this morning at Henderson Mill Elementary School as part of Georgia Pre-K Week 2012. Read More »
Our fundraiser is tomorrow night and we'd love to see you there...
9.18.2012Staff
Join Representative Scott Holcomb for a reception on Wednesday September 19th at Eclipse de Luna in Buckhead (746 Miami Circle) from 6 - 8 pm. Scott is the incumbent for House District 81, which covers North Central DeKalb and a section of Gwinnett. Read More »
September 11, 2012
9.11.2012Scott
Brookhaven Patch
A few days ago my 6 year old son was looking at some items on our bookshelf and asked, "What's this?"
He was holding up a small piece of concrete in a plastic bag. I answered, "It's a piece of history." My son replied, "Oh Dad" because he didn't think I was being serious. Read More »
Representative Scott Holcomb Co-Sponsors the DeKalb Police Alliance 2012 "Beat the Badge" 5k Road Race in Tucker on September 15, 2012
9.7.2012Staff
Press Release
September 7, 2012 - Atlanta, Georgia. State Representative Scott Holcomb (D-Tucker) is proud to announce that he is a co-sponsor for the 2012 "Beat the Badge" 5k Road Race in Tucker. The event starts at 9:00 AM on September 15, 2012 at the DeKalb County Police Headquarters, 1960 W. Exchange Place, in Tucker. Read More »
Fundraiser for Rep. Scott Holcomb's Re-election
8.24.2012Staff
"Friends of Scott Holcomb" is having a fundraiser on August 29, 2012 from 6-8 PM at Eclipse di Luna at 764 Miami Circle in Buckhead, 30324. It will be a great event with hors d'oeuvres provided and a cash bar. Read More »
Holcomb Endorses Outright Ban on Lobbyist Gifts to Legislators; Praises Speaker Ralston; Urges Immediate Action
8.15.2012Staff
Press Release
I would like to see the law ban overseas trips, weekend getaways to fancy resorts, golf outings, sports tickets, and even meals. As any economist will tell you, there's no such thing as a free lunch. Legislators receive per diem from Georgia's taxpayers, so they should pay for their own meals from now on," said Holcomb.
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About Today's Vote
7.31.2012Scott
If you get to your polling place and have a problem with your ID, are not listed as eligible to vote, and/or are given a provisional ballot, please email both me and Ann (my Chief of Staff). We both will be monitoring our email all day, and will be in instant contact with voting specialists who can assist you. Our emails are:
scott@repscottholcomb.com
ann@repscottholcomb.com
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Map of State House District 81
7.30.2012Staff
View GA House District 81 in a larger map Read More »
Driver's License Problems & Other News
7.9.2012Scott
Newsletter
I've received a number of complaints this week from constituents who experienced long waits while attempting to renew their driver's licenses. According to news reports, it looks like this may be a problem for some time because the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) enacted new requirements effective July 1, 2012. There should have been a better educational campaign about the changes as many Georgians were unaware of the new documentation requirements. Read More »
News Updates / My Re-election Campaign
6.29.2012Scott
Newsletter
Over the past two years, many of my constituents have contacted me about the Affordable Care Act. The Act is controversial and I write this knowing that some of you have strongly supported it while others have strongly opposed it. Read More »
Representative Holcomb Receives 2012 Environmental Leadership Award from Georgia Conservation Voters
6.22.2012Staff
Georgia Conservation Votes Press Release
"Representative Holcomb never hesitated to fight for the protection of our health and quality of life, and the Georgia we all love is better off because of his leadership this year at the General Assembly," said Rob Teilhet, Executive Director of Georgia Conservation Voters. Read More »
Transatlantic Energy Policy: A View from Belgium
6.15.2012Scott
Tucker Patch
Last week, I returned from a short study tour on energy and environmental policy in Belgium. The tour was organized by the Atlantic Council and Ecologic as part of the Emerging Leaders in Environmental and Energy Policy ("ELEEP") Network, in which I have participated since last November. This group contains leaders from academia, business, non-profits and government from Read More »
DeKalb Property Assessment and Ethics News
6.8.2012Scott
Newsletter
If you believe your property value assessment is wrong and does not represent the market value, you should file an appeal. Details about filing an appeal can be found at these links: Read More »
A Memorial Day Message
5.27.2012Scott
Tucker Patch
Few holidays impact me as much as Memorial Day. As one of my friends who is a veteran said so well, "Memorial Day isn't when we remember what we won. It's when we remember what we lost." Read More »
Scott Holcomb Qualifies For Re-Election
5.25.2012Kevin Madigan
Tucker Patch
Georgia Representative Scott Holcomb has announced that he will seek re-election to represent the 81st House District, which includes portions of Tucker. Read More »
I'm In
5.25.2012Staff
Media Release
May 25, 2012 - Atlanta. Georgia Representative Scott Holcomb qualified today for re-election to represent the 81st House District. He will be running as the incumbent in a district which was substantially altered during the 2011 redistricting process. Read More »
Georgia State Representative Scott Holcomb: Serving Those Who Serve Us
5.2.2012Scott
WhiteHouse.gov
Just before the invasion of Iraq in 2003, I received an email from my father. A combat veteran from Vietnam, my father was a quiet man who did not write much, but what he did write was important. It was, "Look after your fellow soldiers and you'll be ok." Read More »
A Return to Fort Stewart with the President and First Lady
4.28.2012Scott
Tucker Patch
Fourteen years ago this month, I signed into Fort Stewart for my first active duty assignment. I proudly served with the 3rd Infantry Division for more than three years and deployed to Bosnia with 3-15 Infantry, the "Can Do" Battalion.
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Rep. Scott Holcomb Meets With President Obama at Fort Stewart
4.27.2012Kevin Madigan
Tucker Patch
Rep. Holcomb said of today's visit: "As an Army veteran who began my active duty service with the 3rd Infantry Division fourteen years ago this month, I was very proud to return to Fort Stewart to meet with the President and First Lady. They have an enduring and unwavering commitment to our soldiers, veterans and their family members. I sincerely appreciate all that they do for our fighting forces." Read More »
Representative Scott Holcomb Attends Fort Stewart Event With President Obama
4.27.2012Georgia House Democratic Caucus
Media Release
Representative Scott Holcomb was invited to Fort Stewart by the White House to watch President Obama sign an Executive Order to stop deceptive and misleading practices by educational institutions that target veterans, service members and their families. Read More »
International Development Makes Us Strong
4.18.2012Scott
Tucker Patch
There's a time-honored saying that any state legislator knows well: "All politics is local." It remains true today. As a community, we need to remain focused on what keeps our local economy prosperous and our cities like Atlanta safe and secure. It turns out that international trade and development does just that.
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Rep. Scott Holcomb Commemorates the Iraq War on 3-19-12
3.25.2012Staff
Youtube
Legislative Update 3/19/2012
3.19.2012Scott
March 7th was Crossover Day, the 30th day of the legislative session at the Gold Dome. This was the deadline for a bill to pass one of the chambers of state government to have a realistic chance of being written in to law. Below is a summary of some of the measures that were passed. Read More »
Important: Town Hall Meeting Tuesday, March 20 at 7pm
3.13.2012Scott
I'd like to invite you to discuss the important issues facing Georgia at a town hall meeting Tuesday, March 20, 2012 from 7-8pm at the Livsey Elementary School media center. Read More »
HR 738: Truth Prevails In Georgia Legislature
3.9.2012Scott
Blogging While Blue
As a member of the Georgia House of Representatives, I have been receiving emails from Georgians concerned about government's assault on their parental rights, asking me to support House Resolution (HR) 738, which calls for an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to cure this grave problem. Read More »
Legislative Update February 24, 2012
2.24.2012Scott
In this post, I bring you updates on two issues: the redistricting of the DeKalb County School Board, and the House Resolution dealing with state charter schools. I also am providing links to three reports by special state advisory committees, on the topics of health care exchanges, criminal justice, and the water supply. Read More »
DeKalb House Delegation Meeting Regarding School Board Reapportionment
2.14.2012Editorial: Drug testing bill could get interesting
1.8.2012Athens Banner-Herald
If it gets a serious hearing in the state legislative session that begins today, a bill filed by a Democratic state legislator in the Republican-dominated Georgia General Assembly could have some interesting implications for the state's open records laws. Read More »
12/29/11 Newsletter
12.29.2011Staff
Please join me next Thursday evening, January 5th, from 7-8:30 at Evansdale Elementary School for a town hall meeting to discuss the upcoming legislative session. If you have questions or if there are issues you would like to discuss, please send them to ann@repscottholcomb.com. Commissioner Jeff Rader and officers from the DeKalb Police Department will join us too. Read More »
Scott Holcomb Appears on CNN Again to Discuss End of the Iraq War
12.21.2011CNN
Representative Holcomb Introduces Legislative Drug Testing Bill
12.5.2011State Representative Scott Holcomb (D-Atlanta) introduced legislation requiring members of the General Assembly to pass a drug test before taking office. Read More »
Veterans Day
11.11.2011Scott Holcomb
Tucker Patch
As we celebrate Veterans Day, I wanted to take a moment to share with you what this day means to me. Read More »
11/1/11 Newsletter
11.2.2011Staff
Early voting already is underway, and on Tuesday, November 8th, voters in DeKalb County will be heading to the polls to vote on an important issue—funding for our schools. Read More »
Rep. Scott Holcomb on Political Talk
11.1.2011Todd Schnick and Todd Youngblood
Political Talk
Rep. Holcomb represents the 82nd district in the Georgia House of Representatives. Read More »
Troops To Leave Iraq By December 31
10.22.2011CNN
PSC official wants push for renewable energy
10.18.2011Kristi E. Swartz
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
"Our lack of an energy policy is an absolute Achilles' heel when it comes to foreign policy," said Rep. Scott Holcomb, D-Atlanta. "We have a fair amount of promise in solar and in wind." Read More »
9-11-11
9.11.2011Scott Holcomb
Tucker Patch
I woke up insanely early that morning because I had practice for the Army 10-miler team and we were meeting at 0530, as in 5:30 AM. I was stationed with 3rd Army at Fort McPherson, just south of Atlanta, and my wife Kathleen and I had moved from Savannah only weeks before. Read More »
A plan to oust white Democrats from the Legislature
8.18.2011Scott Holcomb
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Reapportionment is a messy business. As a military veteran who served 12 years, a lawyer who has practiced 13 years, and an elected official for a year, I'm familiar with battle lines, strategy and targeting. Yet, I have rarely been as stunned by naked ambition as I was when I visited the state Reapportionment Office in July. Read More »
Redistricting Update
6.28.2011Staff
I wanted to let my constituents know about the upcoming Reapportionment Committee Hearing on Thursday, June 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the LeCraw Auditorium, Georgia Tech College of Management, Suite 100, 800 W. Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30308. I also wanted to provide an explanation of the reapportionment and redistricting process, and encourage you to become involved. Read More »
Take a Moment to Remember
5.30.2011Scott Holcomb
Tucker Patch
As you enjoy Memorial Day, please take a moment to remember those who, in the words of Abraham Lincoln, gave their last full measure of devotion for our nation. Read More »
End of Legislative Session Report
5.11.2011Staff
In This Issue:
-Town Hall Meeting
-Legislative Wrap Up
HOPE
Tax Reform
Sunday Sales
Human Trafficking
Immigration
Billboards
Health Care
Unemployment
Local Schools
State Budget
My Two Bills
Read More »
Local Student Honored with Georgia Assembly Resolution
4.16.2011Lisa Kuebler
Tucker Patch
After a very late night of debating and passing resolutions at the capitol Thursday night as the 2011 legislative session ended, Tucker-area Representative Scott Holcomb had one more resolution to present Friday morning. This one was a resolution in honor of Michael Dunbar, a 5th-grader at Evansdale Elementary School, who won USA Today's national essay contest on... Read More »
Georgia House Votes on Two Key Education Bills
4.12.2011Lisa Kuebler
Tucker Patch
Tucker-area Representative Scott Holcomb talks to Patch about why he voted the way he did. Read More »
Eager freshmen seen, heard in state Senate
3.28.2011Staff, AP Wire
Rome News-Tribune
This year's crop of freshman legislators didn't come to the Capitol to sit on the sidelines.
By all accounts, they seem determined to make the most of their terms in the Georgia General Assembly — aggressively pushing and debating legislation and not shy about taking on controversial issues from abortion to guns and alcohol sales. Read More »
House District 82 Newsletter
3.22.2011Staff
In This Issue:
-Legislative Update
* Crossover Day
* In the House
* In the Senate
-Constituents' Corner
-In the 82nd District
* Livsey Walk To School Day
* E-Recycling Day
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House District 82 Newsletter
3.9.2011Staff
In This Issue:
My First Town Hall Meeting
Legislative Update
-My First Bill
-HOPE Update
-Illegal Immigration
-HOPE Pre-K
-Human Trafficking
Community Announcements Read More »
ADVISORY: Town Hall Meeting
2.23.2011Staff
Town Hall Meeting with Rep. Scott Holcomb and Sen. Steve Henson
February 28th Read More »
House District 82 Newsletter
2.23.2011Staff
In this Issue:
-Town Hall Meeting Announcement
-HOPE and Pre-K
-Legislative Summary
Read More »
House District 82 Newsletter
2.14.2011Staff
In This Issue:
-DeKalb County Public Schools Update
-At the Capitol
-Sunday alcohol sales
-Immigration
-Community Announcements
Read More »
House District 82 Newsletter
2.3.2011Staff
In this issue:
—DeKalb Legislative Delegation Public Hearing
—DeKalb Schools consolidation and redistricting meetings
—Lakeside HS
—Livsey Elementary School
—Emory LaVista Parent Council Legislative meeting
—At the Capitol
—Meet my team Read More »
House District 82 Newsletter
1.22.2011Staff
In this issue:
1. Capitol Update
2. DeKalb County School System Update
3. DeKalb County Budget Update
4. Upcoming Meetings
5. Save the Date Read More »
Scott Holcomb Sworn In as Representative for Georgia House District 82
1.20.2011Staff
ATLANTA, GA—January 20th, 2011. Last Monday, January 10th, Atlanta attorney and military veteran Scott Holcomb was sworn in as the new Representative for Georgia House District 82, representing parts of the Tucker, Northlake, Pleasantdale, Evansdale, North Briarcliff, and Embry Hills communities. Read More »
VICTORY PARTY!
11.2.2010Scott
I would like to thank you all so much for your support in this election! To that end, on election night, we're having a party to celebrate. I would be thrilled if you could join me so I can thank you in person for making this possible! Read More »
Meet Scott Holcomb: Coffee and Conversation Schedule
9.8.2010Staff
Please come join us! Read More »
SCOTT HOLCOMB TO REPRESENT GEORGIA HOUSE DISTRICT 82
8.12.2010Staff
ATLANTA, GA —- August 12, 2010. Scott Holcomb will be the next Representative of Georgia House District 82. The Secretary of State has determined that an independent candidate who attempted to qualify for the general election has failed to gather a sufficient number of signatures to appear on the ballot. Holcomb is unopposed for the general election on November 2, 2010. Read More »
Hawthorne July 4th Celebration Parade
7.12.2010Scott
"On July 4th, I had the honor of attending the Hawthorne July 4th celebration Parade in the North Briarcliff area..." Read More »
Scott Attends Oak Grove Acres' July 4th Celebration
7.6.2010Scott
I would like to thank the Oak Grove Acres community, and surrounding areas, for letting me join the 4th of July celebration on Saturday. Read More »
Fundraiser for Scott Holcomb for House District 82
6.22.2010Staff
"Friends of Scott Holcomb" is having a fundraiser tomorrow night (June 23rd) from 6:30-8 p.m. at Manuel's Tavern (http://www.manuelstavern.com/)
Come out and support Scott! Read More »
Holcomb qualifies for DeKalb House seat; could get at least one November opponent
5.26.2010Tom Spigolon
Neighbor Newspapers
Northlake-area attorney Scott Holcomb will be unopposed in the July 20 special Democratic primary election for House District 82 in DeKalb County after being the only Democrat to qualify to succeed retiring state Rep. Kevin Levitas... Read More »
Scott Holcomb Looks Likely To Replace Rep. Kevin Levitas
5.19.2010Tom Baxter
InsiderAdvantage Georgia
(5/19/10) Scott Holcomb, a 2006 candidate for secretary of state, was the only Democrat to qualify to run for the House seat left open by Rep. Kevin Levitas. That means that barring a successful challenge by an independent, he will have walked into a seat no one knew was open until after the regular qualifying period... Read More »
Our friend Scott Holcomb makes the following announcement…
5.19.2010Blog for Democracy
Holcomb, an attorney and instructor at Georgia Tech's Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, has pledged to be a tireless advocate for the people of the 82nd District, particularly on issues relating to the economy, transportation and public education. His decision to run was borne from a desire to bring pragmatic and creative policies to improve the quality of life... Read More »