Georgia lawmakers, including Sen. Frank Ginn, continue legislative work amidst a snowstorm, focusing on common sense bills, budget review, hurricane recovery funding, and tort reform.

Sen. Carden Summers highlights progress in the Georgia legislative session, addressing budget reviews post-snowstorm, a proposed $1 billion tax refund, Hurricane Helene recovery funds, and ongoing legislative work.

The Georgia General Assembly has opened its 2025 Legislative Session to discuss and enact state legislation, with Senator Merritt focusing on creating equitable policies and participating in various Senate Committees.

Atlanta opts out of Georgia's HB 581 to maintain its tailored property tax system which caps increases at 2.6%, reflecting the city’s commitment to nuanced, equitable policies.

A Senate delegation has been formed to address the interests of Cobb County, Georgia, with bipartisan goals including support for first responders and promoting the county as a research hub.

The Georgia Capitol's third week saw budget hearings and progress despite weather delays, with a focus on serving residents, and proposals for taxpayer refunds and hurricane recovery funds.

Governor Brian Kemp has proposed a legislative package to reform Georgia's tort laws with widespread support, aimed at reducing insurance costs and creating a business-friendly environment.

Sen. Kim Jackson will discuss the 'Equal Opportunities for Girls in Sports' Act at a press conference to address gender discrimination in school sports.

Gov. Kemp of Georgia introduced a tort reform package aimed at balancing courtroom fairness and stabilizing insurance costs, emphasizing the need to reduce the legal burden on families and businesses.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens urges the Trump administration to reinstate federal funding, critical for housing vouchers and city programs, as a judge halts the funding freeze.

Sen. Emanuel Jones will receive an Honorary Doctorate in Public Administration from Coventry House University – Asia Pacific during a ceremony at Manila Hotel, acknowledged for his decades of public service.

Georgia's proposed $37.71 billion FY 2026 budget focuses on education, healthcare, public safety, and transportation, reflecting significant growth from the $17.4 billion budget of 2010.

First Lady Marty Kemp introduced SB 42 in Georgia to close a loophole in the state's human trafficking laws and ensure traffickers face full penalties.