State Rep. Carl Gilliard
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Rep. Carl Gilliard to Introduce Georgia Dream Plus Loan Program at the “Come Get Your Keys Event”
State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah), chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, is set to introduce the new Georgia Dream Plus Loan Program at the upcoming “Come Get Your Keys” Event. The initiative aims to redefine affordable access to homeownership opportunities.The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 10 a.m. at the Savannah Regional Library Auditorium in Savannah, Georgia. Lenders will be present at the event to assist potential homebuyers in qualifying for loans. Other professionals will also be available to help individuals...
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Rep. Carl Gilliard Introduces New Georgia Dream Peach Plus Loan Program
State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah), chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, has unveiled the Georgia Dream Peach Plus Loan Program, designed to aid borrowers who do not qualify for the standard Georgia Dream Loan Program but are eligible for Federal Housing Administration loans.Gilliard expressed that the program signifies a significant advancement in providing inclusive solutions for homebuyers who have faced challenges in the homebuying process. He emphasized, "Georgia Dream Peach Plus represents a significant evolution of the Georgia Housing Finance...
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Rep. Carl Gilliard Issues Statement on Passing of Kevin “Catfish” Jackson
ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah), chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, expressed his sentiments on the recent passing of Kevin “Catfish” Jackson. Speaking about Jackson, Rep. Gilliard stated, “The community will feel the brunt of a person who was always so giving—he was a champion.”Reflecting on Jackson's legacy, Rep. Gilliard highlighted, “Kevin Jackson was not just a member of the University of Georgia’s football championship team of 1980, but he was a champion for life. He championed for the least and the left out. He championed for...
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Rep. Carl Gilliard to Host Book and Documentary Film Release Event in Savannah
ATLANTA – State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah), chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, will host a book and documentary release event for his new book and documentary film.The documentary film "is a documentary film regarding the successful repeal of the Georgia citizen arrest law. It also documents the stories of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery." The book, on the other hand, is described as a combination of civics, politics, and spirituality.The event, scheduled for Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 4 p.m., will take place at the Savannah...
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Georgia House Passes Rep. Gilliard’s Legislation to Preserve Weeping Heritage Corridor
State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah) expressed his gratitude for the support of his colleagues in passing House Bill 1425, which aims to create the Weeping Time Cultural Heritage Corridor Authority. Rep. Gilliard emphasized the importance of preserving the memory and heritage of the Weeping Time and Weeping Time Corridor in Savannah, GA. He stated, "I am grateful to my colleagues for joining me in sharing their support for creating this authority and remembrance of these dark days in our nation’s history."The Weeping Time refers to the tragic events of March 2...