Rep. Trey Kelley named to state House deputy ‘whip’ team

Media release: Georgia House Majority Whip Matt Ramsey (R-Peachtree City) on Tuesday announced the appointment of his Deputy Whip team, including Cedartown Republican Trey Kelley. “These Representatives are indicative of the strong geographic and ideological diversity within our caucus,” said Ramsey. “Their hard work and integrity have earned the respect of their fellow House members, and their reputations as fair and trustworthy individuals will enable them to be effective conduits for information between members and our caucus leadership.” Members of the Deputy Whip team are responsible for monitoring legislation as it moves through both chambers of the General Assembly and helping their fellow House members understand the details of bills and resolutions. Kelley represents the citizens of District 16, which includes portions of Bartow, Haralson, and Polk counties. He was elected into the House of Representatives in 2012, and currently serves as the Secretary on the Higher Education Committee. He also serves on the Banks & Banking, Code Revision, Energy, Utilities, and Telecommunications, Health and Human Services, Ways and Means, and Judiciary committees. Other members of the whip team include: Mandi Ballinger (R-Canton), Buzz Brockway (R-Lawrenceville), Valerie Clark (R-Lawrenceville), Geoff Duncan (R-Cumming), Micah Gravely (R-Douglasville), Rick Jasperse (R-Jasper), T BJ Pak (R-Lilburn), John Pezold (R-Fortson), Regina Quick (R-Athens), Jason Shaw (R-Lakeland), Brian Strickland (R-McDonough), and Bruce Williamson (R-Monroe).