The Georgia General Assembly started its new session today at the Georgia Capitol Building in Atlanta. It was my first time ever covering state government and I found it to be a rather pleasant experience, all things considered.

Here are some “action” photos from the day.

You spend all that money on your campaign and once you get to the State Capitol all you wanna do is play with your iPhone.

Georgia State Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears swears in the state House of Representatives.

Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle presides over the State Senate.

Senate President Pro Tem Tommie Williams is greeted by State senators as he walks down the aisle to begin the new session.

Senate President Pro Tem Tommie Williams speaks as Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle watches from behind.

Representative David Casas, R-Lilburn, looks around the chamber.

Representative Mike Coan, R-Lawrenceville, watches.

The inner soul of every politician.

Don’t look so happy!

Representative Len Walker, R-Loganville, looks up at his name on the big board.

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