Allen Peake for Georgia State Representative Bibb County

On January 12, 2009, I had the privilege of being sworn in for my second term as the State Representative for District 137. It was a humbling and thrilling day.

Humbling because I know it took the sacrifice of so many to get me in this position, humbling because so many courageous, wise and respected men and women came before me in the House chamber, humbling because I know in God's huge world that I am just a speck of sand. Yet thrilling because I could share this moment with my family and friends, thrilling because of the many intellectual and personal challenges ahead of me, thrilling being a part of the energy of our state government.

I hope that you will continue to pray for me:
that I might be wise in the votes that I cast;
that I might be sympathetic to the needs of those less fortunate;
that I might be smart in the relationships that I build;
that I might have vision to see above the partisan politics and do the Right Thing - even if it hurts me politically;
that I would stay grounded, always remembering that I am not near as important as I think I am;
that I would not get addicted to caffeine as I try and stay awake during endless meetings;
that I might know how to balance the needs of my district with the needs of the entire state;
that I won't forget (as many have before me) that my family is, and always will be, my top priority;
that I wouldn't forget that the people of District 137 voted me into this office, not lobbyists, special interest groups, or even the leadership in the House;
that I would be prudent in making the best use of my time with the multitude of requests for meetings, forums, and gatherings;
that I would not develop road rage as I deal with Atlanta traffic every day for three months;
that I might be a Representative that you can be proud of!

I am going to Atlanta because of the incredible support that I received from all of you. Thank you again! I understand my obligation is to REPRESENT you. Please let me hear from you by email, phone, and letters. I want to know what your thoughts are on issues that are important to you, what your responses are to items that are being debated in Atlanta, and what the pulse is here in Macon. I need your help to stay connected.

News & Update
May 5, 2009 - Allen Peake Praises signing of HB 457, click here
April 16, 2009 - Allen Peake at the Middle Georgia Tea Party, click here
April 15, 2009 - Tax Day Tea Party, view photos
April 13, 2009 – Allen is nominated by the House leadership for the Toll Fellowship Program, sponsored by the Council of State Governments for rising stars in the legislative branch of government.
April 3, 2009 – HB 457, a bill authored by Allen to protect Georgia’s citizens with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia passes the House unanimously. HB 457, click here.
March 20, 2009 – Allen fights to save the Sports and Music Halls of Fame by speaking in the House chambers. See article.
March 10, 2009 – Allen’s legislation to improve the adoption laws in our state, HB 254, passes the House.
HB 254, click here.
January 20, 2009 – Allen is named to the House Republican Caucus Policy Committee, which is responsible for setting the legislative agenda for the Session.
January 19, 2009 – Allen is named again to the Deputy Whip position by Majority Whip Jan Jones.
January 12, 2009 – Allen is sworn in for his second term as the State Representative from District 137. He is honored to be asked to second the nomination of Glenn Richardson as Speaker of the House.
December 1, 2008 – Allen welcomes Governor Sarah Palin to Middle Georgia as she campaigns for Senator Saxby Chambliss. To see picture of Governor Palin, click here.
August 5, 2008 – Allen is presented with a resolution in his honor by the Georgia Trust for his work in passing HB 851, the tax credit for rehabilitation of historic properties.
June 1, 2008 – Allen is named as Chairman of the House Study Committee on the Future of Manufacturing in Georgia.
May 14, 2008 – Allen’s bill HB 851, which increases tax credits for rehabilitation of historic properties, is signed by the Governor. To see picture of Governor Perdue’s bill signing ceremony, click here.
February 12, 2008 - Allen is named Co-Chairman of key Ways and Means Sub-committee. For more details, click here.
February 6, 2008 - Allen named to Republican leadership position in State House of Representatives. For more details, click here