Augusta’s newest state legislator, the Rev. Karlton Howard, collapsed during a morning news conference but is doing fine, Rep. Brian Prince said.
Howard, D-Augusta, was checked out by capitol medical staff and at Emory University Hospital, Prince, D-Augusta, said.
“He’s doing great. He was basically just dehydrated and needed to get some water, some fluids in him. He’s at home resting,” Prince said.
Rep. Gloria Frazier, D-Hephzibah, said she heard about his collapse while in a committee meeting.
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“We all dashed out to find out what was going on. By that time, Leader (James) Beverly had gotten him over to the medical office. He’s fine now. They’re observing him,” Frazier said.
“He is doing OK. He texted everyone thanking them for their concern and prayers and said that he is doing fine and feeling good,” said Sen. Harold Jones, D-Augusta.
Howard was elected in a special December primary to replace his brother, Rep. Henry “Wayne” Howard, who died unexpectedly in October.
Susan McCord is a staff writer with The Augusta Press. Reach her at susan@theaugustapress.com
