McDaniel And Doss Named To GMA Legislative Priority Councils

Rome Mayor Craig McDaniel and Rome City Commissioner Jamie Doss have been appointed to the Georgia Municipal Association’s 2024-2025 federal and legislative policy councils.

Those councils are advisory bodies that strive to set legislative priorities for the state legislature in Atlanta and U.S. Congress in Washington D.C.

“This impressive group of city leaders bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to GMA’s policy councils. This expertise will be invaluable as we continue to advocate for the interests of cities across Georgia,” said GMA CEO and Executive Director Larry Hanson in a release. “The work of the LPC and FPC is essential in ensuring that our cities are well-represented and that their voices are heard. These leaders connect state and federal legislators with municipal priorities and ensure that we remain #CitiesUnited under the Gold Dome and on the Hill.”

Doss has been appointed to the GMA Legislative Policy Council which has over 50 members and comprises six policy committees. The council’s aim is to set goals for the GMA and build relationships that connect state legislators back to municipal priorities.

McDaniel has been appointed to the GMA’s Federal Policy Council which is composed of over 40 city leaders from the state’s 14 congressional districts. The aim of the council is to build and maintain relationships with their representatives to advance municipal priorities on issues before Congress.

Rome city commissioners have a history of representation on various GMA boards.

Rome City Commissioner Randy Quick currently serves as the president of the GMA Board of Commissioners for District One, which comprises much of Northwest Georgia.

“These city leaders strengthen their influence at both the state and federal levels by reaching out to state legislators and congressional officers to explain the impacts of proposed legislation and rules on Georgia’s cities,” a press release stated. “Through testimony from LPC and FPC members, lawmakers receive direct local input on bills. Each member’s experience and insight are crucial to guiding and solidifying the Association’s position on policy issues that impact all of Georgia’s cities.”