Georgia government news

Georgia Senate Passes Bill Protecting Pesticide Manufacturers

News Summary The Georgia State Senate has passed Senate Bill 144, which protects pesticide manufacturers from lawsuits over health risks…

2 months ago

Governor Advocates for Tort Reform to Boost Georgia’s Business Climate

News Summary Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia is advocating for tort reform to address rising insurance costs linked to excessive…

2 months ago

Macon Advances Medical Cannabis Access

News Summary Macon is making strides in medical cannabis legislation as Georgia state senators pass significant bills aimed at increasing…

2 months ago

Governor Proposes $1.8 Billion Infrastructure and Healthcare Plan

News Summary Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia has announced a sweeping proposal that allocates $1.8 billion to improve infrastructure and…

2 months ago

Digital Licenses Approved for Georgia Drivers

News Summary The Georgia House of Representatives has approved House Bill 296, allowing police to accept digital versions of driver's…

2 months ago

Latest Developments in Georgia’s Marijuana Legislation

News Summary Recent changes in Georgia's marijuana legislation are drawing attention, particularly Senate Bill 33 and Senate Bill 254. These…

2 months ago

Closure of Social Security Offices in Central Georgia Raises Concerns

News Summary The planned closure of five Social Security offices in Central Georgia, including Brunswick, Columbus, Gainesville, Thomasville, and Vidalia,…

2 months ago

Georgia Senate Bans THC Drinks, Impact on Local Businesses

News Summary The Georgia State Senate has voted to ban THC beverages, a decision that could significantly affect local hemp…

2 months ago

Georgia Senate Approves Legal Fee Reimbursements Post-Judge Disqualification

News Summary The Georgia Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 244, allowing former President Trump and 18 co-defendants to seek…

2 months ago

Georgia’s Crossover Day Brings Mixed Results for High-Profile Bills

News Summary On Georgia's Crossover Day, lawmakers faced a mixture of progress and setbacks on key legislation. Successful bills included…

2 months ago