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Rep. Dar'shun Kendrick
District 93
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I am proud to serve over 54,000 Georgians in East DeKalb and South Gwinnett since 2011. If I can ever be of service to you, please reach out to my office.
In the meantime, please download this letter for how I can help you as a constituent of the great 93rd House District. You can also download my 2020 PRIORITIES to learn more about my record and priorities as a legislator.
Yours in Service,
Dar'shun Kendrick, State Representative
House District 93 (HD 93 Map)
(404) 656-0109 [Capitol offices]
(404) 919-0660 [District offices]
Legislation
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My 2020 Legislative Proposals:
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HBCU Tax Credit- A proposal to give up to a 30% dollar for dollar tax credit for Georgians that donate to any Georgia HBCU's innovation and entrepreneurship program. This credit would apply to unaccredited and accredited donors.
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Cybersecurity Task Force- Identity fraud is rampant in Georgia so I am proposing a specific task force to handle this issue made up of agencies, academics, professionals and other experts.
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Descheduling of Marijuana and a Safe Harbour- It's time for marijuana to be delisted as a schedule 1 drug and to provide banks and credit unions with protections to bank revenue from cannabis and marijuana sales.
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Women's Right to Immediate Access Act- Women should have immediate access to abortions as a right. This bill would allow Georgia women to waive ANY and ALL restrictions and conditions currently in place that are a barrier to receiving an abortion in Georgia.
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Study Committee on Cannabis Financing Options- This study committee would add a social equity component to HB 324 which passed last year to look at ways the state could help fund cannabis companies, particularly those that are female, minority or veteran owned to help them participate in this billion dollar industry.
2019 Legislative Proposals
Governor Kemp's Executive Order Relaxing Shelter In Place (4/20/2020): Read Order Here. See the Ltr. from the Georgia House Democratic Caucus in response to Governor Kemp's order. (Read letter)
Georgia Primary delayed again to June 9th during Coronavirus emergency (4/9/20): Read more about it here.
Kemp, Duncan, Ralston Extend Public Health State of Emregency (4/8/2020): Read about plans to extend Georgia's public health state of emergency through May 13, 2020
CVS Health Opens Drive-Through Rapid COVID-19 Testing Site at Georgia Tech (4/6/2010): Read more to learn hours of operation and register for a test in advance.
CARES Act Information
CARES Act Appropriations- Describes specific economic relief of the law.
CARES Act Overall FAQ Sheet- Describes measures to combat COVID-19 in our healthcare system.
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Georgia House Democratic Caucus:
"Justice 4 All" Legislative Package
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Hate Crimes Bill (HB 426)-
HB 426 revises § 17-10-17. The bill provides that a defendant is subject to enhanced criminal penalties if the defendant chose their victim based on the victim’s race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, mental disability, or physical disability. This applies if the victim is actually a member of one or more these groups or the defendant perceived the victim to be a member of one or more of these groups.
The minimum sentence for a misdemeanor conviction of a hate crime would be 3-12 months and a fine not to exceed $5,000. The sentence for a misdemeanor hate crime of a high and aggravated nature would become 6-12 months and a fine not to exceed $5,000. If the defendant is convicted of a felonious hate crime, the court must impose a sentence of imprisonment for a period of not less than 2 years.
The Georgia House Democratic Caucus fully supports the passage of HB 426 in its current form. If a crime is committed, and the victim was chosen based on their race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, mental disability, or physical disability, then the defendant should be subject to an enhanced penalty. Too many people suffer at the hands of hateful individuals. There must be additional consequences when hate crimes are committed.
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Repeal Citizen’s Arrest (HB 1203)-
The bill would repeal citizen’s arrest in its entirety.
No private person should be allowed to effectuate an arrest. The perpetrators in the Ahmaud Arbery case have claimed this as a defense to the murder they committed. The current law allows for private persons to arrest another person if a felony has been committed in their presence. This law empowers individuals to serve as a shield for those who try to perform vigilante justice. It is time for that to end. No private citizen should have the right to police their own communities.
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Repeal Stand Your Ground (HB 1190)-
This bill would repeal stand your ground.We fully support repealing stand your ground in its entirety.
Georgia is one of 26 states that has a stand your ground law on the books. The “shoot first, ask questions later” culture has no place in our state.
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End Racial Profiling Act (HB 1207)-
This bill prohibits law enforcement agencies from engaging in racial profiling. The bill requires the Attorney General to publish an annual report on how many times a law enforcement agency stops, searches, frisks, or collects data on individuals.
No individual deserves to be stopped by law enforcement based on their race. Racial profiling has no place in our society, and we cannot allow it to happen anymore.
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Repeal “No Knock” Warrants (HB 1209)-
This bill prohibits “no knock search warrants.” A no knock warrant permits an officer to execute a search without giving audible notice of their presence and purpose.
No Georgian should be subjected to a “no knock” warrant. The murder of Breonna Taylor happened because officers were executing a “no knock” warrant. This policing tactic has significantly increased in usage over the past few decades. There must be clear notice for when law enforcement is about to enter private property.
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Use of Force Data Collection Act (HB 636)-
HB 636 would require law enforcement agencies to maintain a publicly accessible database of all incidents where officers used force. The database would also include the identities of officers who have been disciplined for their use of force.
After the murders of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Rayshard Brooks, additional scrutiny of law enforcement agencies is a must. By maintaining a publicly accessible database of all incidents where officers used force, it provides transparency to the public about the individuals who are out policing in their communities. This bill would allow for greater accountability from our law enforcement agencies in who they are hiring.
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Removes Official/Qualified Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers in Georgia for Misconduct or Illegal Activities (HB 1230)-
This bill removes official/qualified immunity protection from civil actions against law enforcement officers who have engaged in misconduct or illegal activities.
If law enforcement officers have been engaging in misconduct or illegal activities, they should not have the protection of immunity from civil actions. Victims of misconduct or illegal activities should have legal recourse.
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Change of Venue for District Attorney Act (HB 1186)-
This bill permits a replacement district attorney to request a change of venue if: a previous district attorney was removed from the case for cause, or if a local government official made statements that tainted the local jury pool.
One of the pillars of our criminal justice system is the ability to be tried by a jury of your peers. If a District Attorney gets removed or if a local government official makes statements that taints the local jury pool, it is only just that a change of venue be allowed. We must provide an avenue to allow for justice to be served.
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Repeal Special Presentments for Law Enforcement Officers (HB 1210)-
This bill repeals the provisions that give law enforcement officers advance notice of charges before their case is sent to a grand jury and permits law enforcement officers to present evidence to the grand jury.
Law enforcement officers should not have special treatment in the court of law. We believe that officers need to be treated the same as any other person who is in front of the grand jury.
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Establishment of a District Attorney Oversight Commission (HB 1214)-
This bill creates the District Attorney Oversight Commission (Commission). This Commission would have the power to discipline, remove, and force the retirement of district attorneys.
Currently, there is no mechanism to discipline, remove, and force the retirement of district attorneys in the state of Georgia. District Attorneys need oversight.
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Anti-Chokehold Legislation (HB 1187)-
This legislation would prohibit the use of pressure on the throat or windpipe by a law enforcement officers. A similar bill was filed in U.S. House of Representatives in 2019.
The use of chokeholds by police officers should not be allowed in our society. There are many other ways to subdue a suspect. The chokehold is dangerous because it can very easily lead to death. This use of excessive force is unnecessary. It should be banned.
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Body-Cameras for All Law Enforcement Agencies in Georgia (HB 1185)-
This bill provides that certain peace officers wear body-cameras that record audio and video of all activities performed while on duty.
Body-cameras are a great way to improve law enforcement practice. The body-cameras would allow for real-time information to be captured as law enforcement patrols the community. Having peace officers wear body-cameras lead to more positive interactions with the community and makes officers more cautious in their actions.
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Appointment of a Special Prosecuting Attorney When a Law Enforcement Officer is Charged-
This bill provides for the appointment of a prosecuting attorney when the accused is a law enforcement officer charged with a felony or an act of family violence
There must be additional oversight when a law enforcement officer is charged with a felony or an act of family violence. Accountability is crucial.
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PTSD Training For Police Officers Act (HB 1250)-
This bill provides that the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council to establish basic and in-service training courses for all peace officers training on post-traumatic stress disorder
Police officers deal with stressful situations daily, but if they are not trained on how to deal with individuals with PTSD, it could lead to deadly situations.
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List of Supporters
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Michelle Bays, Gwinnett county teacher
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Robin May, constituent/former First Lady of DeKalb
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Rick Hudson
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Brandon Bryant
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Sharee Naomi Thomas
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Tayy White
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Kiona Byrd
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Keith Ronald Miles, constituent/Gwinnett business owner
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Mary Robinson, constituent
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Andria Daniels, Former President of the Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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Robert James, former District Attorney for DeKalb county
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Mark Williams, constituent
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David Dreyer, State Representative for House District 59
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Denise E. McGill
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Cheryl Willaims
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Jacqueline L. Adams, Former 1st Lady of DeKalb Commission District 7
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Tony Madrigal, Modesto City Council Districct 2 in California
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Lejla Slowinski
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Herman McClinton
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Mawuli Davis, attorney and past DeKalb Lawyers President
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Nick Juliano
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DeMitric Biggs
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John Jackson, former President of the DeKalbYoung Democrats
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Nikema Williams, Georgia State Senator
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Altreah Brown
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Titus Thomas
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Kiura Dodds
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Keisha Haynes
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Robert L Dawson III
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Gregory Adams, Sr., Former DeKalb Commissioner District 7
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Roderick Cunningham
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Tracey Kendrick Thomas
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Scout Smith
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Sandra Marshall
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Keith Hatcher
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Veronica Higgs Cope, former constituent and lawyer
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Talisha Boone
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Gregory McClarin
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Chris Sloan, Democrat Committman
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Melita Easters, Executive Director of GA WIN List
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Malcus Richards, Executive Director of Association of Black Engineers, Scientists and Technologists
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Diane Baker, attorney
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Gerald Johnson, former State Representative
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Cait Gallagher
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Kirkland Dion Garden
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Bob Trammell, State Representative and Minority Leader of the House Caucus
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Daniel Sobczak, constituent
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Ron Love
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Derrick Jackson, State Representative for House District 64
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Donna Cordell McDonld
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JMS Simmons
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Jewel Anderson, constituent
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Ken Shigley, Sr., attorney and former President of the Georgia State Bar
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Spencer Frye, State Representative from House District 118
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Lee May, constituent and former Interim CEO of DeKalb
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Latangela Crossfield
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Louis Partain, officer with Atlanta-North Georgia Labour Council, AFL-CIO
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Peggy Herman
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Jane Bradshaw
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Van and Ednola Cousins (Water's Edge constituents)
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Glenda Staten
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Shamek Burrell