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Freddie Powell Sims
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Freddie Powell Sims is running for Georgia State Senator, District 12.
Personal background
Freddie received a bachelor’s degree from Fort Valley State University, a Master’s degree from Georgia State University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Sarasota. She also has a degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Georgia. Freddie is married to Norman Sims and they have three daughters together. She is a Baptist.
Professional background
Freddie is a retired middle school principal and doctor of educational leadership.
Political background
Freddie Powell Sims is a State Senator for Georgia District 12. She was elected to this position in 2008 and she has served 8 terms in this role. Previously, she served two terms as a State House Representative from 2004 to 2008. She is Secretary of the Senate Committee on Education and Youth and a member of the Agriculture and Consumer Affairs, Appropriations, Interstate Cooperation, and Natural Resources and the Environment committees.
Economy
Sponsored a "cash infusion" government investment for the Heart of Georgia Railroad.
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Energy & the Environment
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Healthcare
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Voting & Elections
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Public Safety
Advocated to reopen the Terrell County Detention Center with full staffing after it was refurbished.
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Education
Provided funding to give iPads to students in Dougherty, Quitman, and Clay Counties.
Helped establish the College and Career Academy in Dougherty, Mitchell, and Sumter Counties.
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