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Bill Werkheiser
R - Glennville
District 157
Title: Chairman, Industry & Labor
  • Capitol Address
  • 218-A State Capitol
  • Atlanta, GA 30334
  • 404.656.5132 - Office
  • District Address
  • P.O. Box 27
  • Glennville, GA 30427
  • 912.237.0145 - Office

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  • Sworn In January 12, 2015
Occupation - Printing Company Owner
Birthday - February 19
Spouse - Kathy
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