What does it really take to pass meaningful legislation when the other party holds the majority? In episode four of The Georgia Diagnosis, Rep. Dr. Michelle Au sits down with State Representative Scott Holcomb to explore how bipartisan legislation actually gets passed in Georgia.

Holcomb shares the behind-the-scenes story of his landmark legislation addressing Georgia’s backlog of untested sexual assault kits, including the unlikely friendship he developed with former Republican House Speaker David Ralston. They also discuss Medicaid expansion, criminal justice reform, and the difficult choices lawmakers face when compromise is necessary to get results.

Notes: Learn about State Representative Scott Holcomb below:

State Representative Scott Holcomb has served in the Georgia House of Representatives since 2011 and represents House District 101 in metro Atlanta. An attorney, military veteran, and advocate for bipartisan problem-solving, Holcomb is best known for his work passing Georgia’s landmark 2016 legislation addressing the backlog of untested sexual assault kits. He has also championed criminal justice reform, compensation for wrongfully convicted individuals, and expanded access to health care. A former Army prosecutor with a master’s degree in public health, Holcomb brings a practical, policy-focused approach to his legislative work.

Learn more at https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/document/docs/default-source/bios/holcomb-scott-769.pdf