Sen. Shafer Honored for Environmental Leadership

State Sen. David Shafer (R-Duluth) recently received a 2011 Environmental Leadership Award from Georgia Conservation Voters. He was among 14 members of the Georgia State Senate and 32 members of the Georgia House of Representatives to be so honored, according to an announcement issued by GCV.

Georgia Conservation Voters is a statewide non-partisan organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of all Georgians by making conservation issues a top priority with Georgia’s elected officials, political candidates and voters. Awards were presented June 1.

“Sen. Shafer stood up for Georgia’s families this year and actively worked to promote an understanding among his colleagues of the need to protect Georgia’s environment as an integral part of preserving our way of life, said Rob Teilhet, executive director of Georgia Conservation Voters, in the announcement. “Thanks to Sen. Shafer’s leadership, Georgia’s conservation values had a voice at our State Capitol.” 

“I appreciate this recognition of my efforts to protect Georgia's natural resources and the quality of life of her citizens,” Shafer said.

GCV works with environmental and outdoor sporting organizations across the state to develop shared legislative priorities each year. Legislators receive Environmental Leadership Awards based upon their votes and leadership on the common agenda. 

Georgia Sen. David Shafer represents the 48th Senate District, which includes portions of Fulton and Gwinnett counties. Shafer serves as chairman of the Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee. He may be reached at 404-65-.0048 or by e-mail at david.shafer@senate.ga.gov.