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Bill Hitchens
R - Rincon
District 161
Title: Chairman - Public Safety & Homeland Security
  • Capitol Address
  • 401-D State Capitol
  • Atlanta, GA 30334
  • 404.656.7855 - Office
  • District Address
  • 2440 Rincon-Stillwell Rd.
  • Rincon, GA 31326

Committees

  • Sworn In January 14, 2013
Occupation - Retired
Birthday - April 26
Spouse - Norma
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Staff:

Courtney Strain - Administrative Assistant
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