Legislation

The Georgia Dental Hygienists' Association represents over 6,843 licensed dental hygienists in the state. Hygienists are participating in the legislative process and supporting many issues to improve quality preventive oral health care for the patient. Your help is necessary for success!!

Legislative News

Lobby Day: Join us at the Capitol and express your views! (posted Feb2012)

Read the GDHA position paper and tips for effective advocacy. (posted Feb2012)

Join Our Legislative Network Today! RDHCare

What is RDHCare?
RDHCare is a network of dental hygienists who are interested in participating in the legislative process as it relates to issues involving the practice of dental hygiene, as well as other issues related to health care.

To this end, we have formed a separate communication network to notify such hygienists of events of interest. If you are interested, please contact Erica Michell, GDHA Legislative Chair, emichell@gdha.org.

Links to Pages of Interest

Florida Legislative Update (posted 5-11)

Georgia Voices – Advocates for Children’s health and well-being

Links above are presented for information only. GDHA does not necessarily support issues that are discussed here.

Get Involved in Georgia

Support your profession and your community – learn about your legislators and stay on top of key issues.

Governor: Nathan Deal (R) | Lt. Governor: Casey Cagle (R)
Georgia Legislature

Campaign Information: www.sos.state.ga.us/elections
Click on MVP My Voter Page and complete the information to view your online voter registration card to see what State Senate and House districts you are in and then click on the links to view information and communicate with your representatives.

Download the GDHA guide: How to Contact Your Legislator
You should maintain your relationships with legislators (contacting them every two months) if they are running for office again. If you have new candidates, get acquainted and discuss issues. Work on campaigns - stuffing envelopes or phone networking buys more than $$$.

GDHA Legislative Consultant:
Elizabeth Appley eappley@gdha.org

GDHA Legislative Chair::
Erica Michell emichell@gdha.org

Other Contact Info:

For copies of bills call (404) 656-5015

To find out who your Legislators are call (404) 656-5082 and request a white book.

For more information e-mail Erica Michell, Chairman, Council on Governmental Affairs, emichell@gdha.org