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State House Speaker Burns introduces school-safety package

State House Speaker Burns introduces school-safety package

Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns introduced school-safety legislation Monday stemming from last year’s school shooting in Barrow County that killed two teachers and two students.
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Ports of Savannah, Brunswick report healthy growth

Ports of Savannah, Brunswick report healthy growth

The Georgia Ports Authority reports strong increases for both ports and provides an update on new and existing projects.
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Georgia PSC passes rule for data centers' power usage

Georgia PSC passes rule for data centers' power usage

The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved a new rule requiring large-load customers, such as data centers consuming over 100 megawatts of electricity, to bear the costs of transmission and distribution associated with their projects. This measure aims to prevent residential and small business customers from facing increased electric rates due to the rapid growth of energy-intensive industries.
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Georgia December unemployment a mixed bag

Georgia December unemployment a mixed bag

Georgia's unemployment rate remained steady at 3.7% in December, continuing to outperform the national average. The state also saw significant job growth, with a record high of nearly 5 million jobs, driven by gains in sectors like health care, information, and retail.
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Audit finds university system picking up bigger share of student costs

Audit finds university system picking up bigger share of student costs

The University System of Georgia (USG) has significantly reduced the financial burden on students in recent years, with the state's contribution to college costs rising to 60% while students now pay 40%. This shift follows a period of economic recovery and funding adjustments, including the restoration of cuts and the elimination of special fees imposed during the Great Recession.
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Sites chosen for State Art Collection traveling exhibition

Sites chosen for State Art Collection traveling exhibition

The Georgia Council for the Arts has announced that ten communities across the state, including Sylvania, will host the traveling exhibition "Reimagine: Contemporary Georgia Artists" over the next 18 months, showcasing works from the State Art Collection alongside local and regional artists. The exhibition, aimed at promoting tourism and community engagement, will feature a variety of art forms, including paintings, photographs, and crafts.
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Kemp looking for allies in push for tort reform

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.
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Kemp ups the ante on school safety grants

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.
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General Assembly kicks off 2025 session

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.
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State prisons chief seeking $372M for safety upgrades

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.
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