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Qualifications to Be a State Legislator | Peach State Politics

Members of Georgia's General Assembly, the state's legislative branch, are required to meet certain qualifications as defined by Georgia's Constitution. Host Stephen Fowler explains what criteria must be met and how much money members of the General Assembly make as set by the Constitution.

Qualifications to Be a State Legislator | Peach State Politics

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Qualifications to Be a State Legislator | Peach State Politics

Members of Georgia's General Assembly, the state's legislative branch, are required to meet certain qualifications as defined by Georgia's Constitution. Host Stephen Fowler explains what criteria must be met and how much money members of the General Assembly make as set by the Constitution.

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