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Kemp looking for allies in push for tort reform

Governor Brian Kemp called on Georgia business leaders Tuesday to help push tort reform, his top priority for the 2025 legislative session, across the finish line. Speaking at the annual Eggs and Issues breakfast, Kemp emphasized the importance of early and strong engagement to ensure the success of tort reform legislation.

Jan 20, 2025 10:05 AM Read more >

Kemp ups the ante on school safety grants

Governor Brian Kemp announced this week that he will request an additional $50 million in state grants to improve security in Georgia schools, bringing the total funding for the current fiscal year to $158 million. The added funding aims to enhance safety measures in schools across the state, following heightened concerns after a tragic shooting at Apalachee High School last year.

Jan 19, 2025 3:08 PM Read more >

General Assembly kicks off 2025 session

The 2025 legislative session of Georgia's General Assembly officially began Monday with the re-election of key leaders and the swearing in of new members, setting the stage for a busy 40-day session ahead.

Jan 17, 2025 10:05 AM Read more >

State prisons chief seeking $372M for safety upgrades

Gov. Brian Kemp and the Georgia Department of Corrections are calling for $372 million to address critical issues in the state prison system, aiming to boost safety, improve staffing, and respond to a federal report that exposed widespread violence and constitutional violations.

Jan 16, 2025 2:05 PM Read more >

North Georgia snowstorm a lesson in early preparation

Georgia emergency management officials and motorists are taking proactive steps to avoid a repeat of the 2014 "Snowmageddon," as the state prepares for significant winter weather. The Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) began treating roadways early and is focused on making roads passable, with crews working around the clock to ensure public safety.

Jan 15, 2025 12:05 PM Read more >

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge expansion gains final approval

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is taking a bold step to protect the iconic Okefenokee Swamp by planning a 22,000-acre expansion of the National Wildlife Refuge, a move that could play a key role in stopping a controversial titanium mining project.

Jan 14, 2025 10:05 AM Read more >

State lawmakers to explore industrial energy usage in Georgia

The Georgia House will establish a special committee to address the rising energy demands of power-intensive industries, sparked by the rapid growth of data centers and other technology-driven sectors, House Speaker Jon Burns announced Wednesday.

Jan 11, 2025 2:32 PM Read more >

Ossoff, Warnock pick up new committee assignments

Georgia's U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock have secured influential committee assignments in the 119th Congress, positioning them to shape federal budget, tax, and trade policies.

Jan 6, 2025 12:05 PM Read more >

National day of mourning set for Jimmy Carter

Flags flew at half-staff Monday, mourning the loss of former President Jimmy Carter, a Nobel laureate and humanitarian from Plains, Georgia, who passed away at 100, leaving behind a legacy of peace, compassion, and service.

Jan 5, 2025 10:41 AM Read more >

Deadline extended for Helene victims to apply for federal unemployment benefits

Disaster Unemployment Assistance is a federal program established to help workers whose primary income is lost or interrupted by a disaster. Applicants may be eligible for a weekly benefit of up to $365 retroactive to the week of Sept. 29. Eligible individuals must first apply for regular unemployment insurance on the state Department of Labor website or in person at one of the agency's career centers.

Jan 2, 2025 11:55 AM Read more >