Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) was recently named the “2024 Legislator of the Year” by the Georgia State Firefighters’ Association (GSFA) and the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC). The award is given yearly to the legislator who shows an exceptional commitment to the Georgia fire service.
“I am honored to have been named 2024 Legislator of the Year by such prestigious organizations,” said Sen. Anavitarte. “Firefighters are some of the most courageous and heroic people that I have ever had the privilege to know. I want to thank the GSFA and the GAFC for all they do to educate and advocate for the selfless men and women in their industry. I am proud to do all I can to support firefighters at the State Capitol.”
“Sen. Anavitarte has worked tirelessly to ensure the families of firefighters who died in the line of duty are taken care of, and firefighters all across Georgia thank him for that,” said GFSA President Mike Byrd.
“Sen. Anavitarte has been a strong supporter of the fire service throughout his career,” added Terry Smith, President of the GAFC. “This award is recognition of that dedication and hard work.”
The GSFA offers firefighters a communication network and advocates for them on the state and national levels. At the same time, the GAFC aims to better the fire service and the safety of first responders through the combined knowledge of fire chiefs. For additional information, please visit the website of the GSFA and the GAFC.
Sen. Jason Anavitarte serves as Majority Caucus Chair. He represents the 31st Senate District, which includes Polk County and a portion of Paulding County. He may be reached at (404) 656-0085 or by email at Jason.Anavitarte@senate.ga.gov.
