Georgia Government

Georgia Enacts New Tort Reform Legislation

News Summary Georgia has enacted new tort reform legislation aimed at improving its judicial environment for businesses, specifically targeting the…

3 months ago

Georgia’s Medicaid Work Requirements Raise Enrollment Concerns

News Summary Georgia's Medicaid program, which implemented work and training conditions for low-income adults, has struggled to meet enrollment targets,…

3 months ago

Rural Hospitals in Georgia Face Closure Risks Amid Medicaid Cuts

News Summary A report reveals that ten rural hospitals in Georgia are at immediate risk of closure due to proposed…

3 months ago

Buddy Carter Announces Senate Candidacy in Georgia

News Summary Congressman Buddy Carter has declared his candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat in Georgia, challenging incumbent Jon Ossoff.…

3 months ago

Georgia-Pacific to Close Cedar Springs Containerboard Mill

News Summary Georgia-Pacific has announced the closure of its Cedar Springs Containerboard mill in Blakely, impacting over 500 jobs. The…

3 months ago

Georgia Law Enhances Legislative Committee Subpoena Powers

News Summary Governor Brian Kemp has signed a new law enhancing the subpoena powers of legislative committees in Georgia. This…

3 months ago

Georgia Enacts Fentanyl Eradication and Removal Act

News Summary Governor Brian Kemp has enacted the Fentanyl Eradication and Removal Act, imposing stringent penalties for fentanyl trafficking in…

3 months ago

Georgia Governor Signs Bill Allowing Legal Fee Recovery for Defendants

News Summary Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed Senate Bill 244, enabling criminal defendants to recoup attorney fees if their…

3 months ago

Georgia Power Advances Controversial Power Line Project

News Summary Georgia Power has decided to proceed with the installation of high-voltage power lines in the historic Howell Station…

3 months ago

Federal Appeals Court Hears Voter Intimidation Case

News Summary A federal appeals court recently conducted hearings on Fair Fight Action's lawsuit against True the Vote, alleging violations…

3 months ago