Building a Better Georgia For All
Thank you!
I am honored to once again have been elected to represent all the citizens of District 85. I want to thank you for your support, and I look forward to being your advocate in the Georgia House. Please keep in touch with me and let me know of any concerns or issues you would like to me look at or assist you with.
Election Day is Tuesday, November, 8th
VOTING INFORMATION
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ENDORSEMENT ALERT
“We need leaders who share a commitment to ensuring that Georgia is a state of opportunity for everyone — regardless of zip code, background, or access to power. Together we will fight for One Georgia.”
– Stacey Abrams, Former House Minority Leader and Candidate for Governor
I am honored to announce that the Honorable Stacey Abrams, Former House Minority Leader and Candidate for Governor, has endorsed me for state house representative.
Thank you, Stacey Abrams, for supporting our campaign!
Issues
Karla has sponsored more than 300 pieces of legislation with 50 signed into law
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
A staunch advocate for passage of a host of environmental protection laws.
Education
Karla has pioneered legislative actions to protect the children and students in Georgia.
Equity
Working to bring life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness to everyone in the community.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
A passionate and effective advocate for ensuring that everyone’s access to the vote is preserved and extended.
Energy Innovation
Active and highly visible proponent of alternative energy to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign nations and to address the crisis of climate change.
Karla's Work in The Georgia House of Representatives
Karla is a consensus builder who has served in key leadership roles
Committee Assignments
Karla is currently a member of the following House Committees
Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications Committee
Health and Human Services Committee
Natural Resources and Environment Committee
Rules Committee
Small Business Development Committee
Subcommittee on Barriers and Regulations
Key Legislation Sponsored
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About Karla
Karla lives in Avondale, is the mother of two beautiful twins, and was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 2000, where she is in her 10th term. She sits on six legislative committees and sub-committees and also serves as the chair of the DeKalb County House of Representatives legislative delegation.
A native of Charleston, West Virginia, Karla has lived and studied in various regions throughout the U.S. Karla earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Physics from West Virginia State College, a Master of Business Administration from Fontbonne University, and a Master of Science in Environmental Science from Southern Illinois University. She was awarded a Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis and Administration from St. Louis University and completed her second Ph.D. curriculum in Occupational Safety & Health from LaSalle University.
Karla is also active in the policy process nationally, where she serves on the Policy Committee for the National Foundation for Women Legislators. Recently she was selected to participate in a two-year healthcare task force by the Conference of State Government. At the regional level, she serves on the Energy and Environmental Public Policy Committee of the Southern Legislative Conference. She is also a member of the Air and Waste Management Association, Health Physics Society, National Registry of Environmental Professionals, and the National Safety Council.
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PO Box 348
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
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District Office
PO Box 348
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Capitol Office
507-H Coverdell Legislative Office Building
Atlanta, GA 30334
PHONE 404-656-0202
FAX 404-651-8086
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