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Bills awaiting Kemp’s approval could impact protests, police, religious services
During Georgia’s 2026 legislative session, criminal justice and law enforcement measures emerged that could soon become law. Here’s what you need to know.
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Two Democrats and a Republican secure seats in the Georgia Legislature
Two Democrats and one Republican secured seats in the Georgia Legislature during the April 7 special runoff election.
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Georgians could see income, property tax relief in coming months
Political observers say many Georgia taxpayers will see a noticeable reduction in taxes in the years ahead thanks to bills that passed the General Assembly this year.
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Kemp’s biggest post-session decision may be whether to call lawmakers back
State law says Georgia must change its voting system by July 1. State lawmakers took no action before adjourning last week.
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What’s ‘plug-in solar?’ And could it catch on in Georgia?
Buzz is growing in Georgia about plug-in solar as a cheap solution for homeowners and renters to harness the sun and shrink their energy costs.
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Crisis is brewing over how the state will conduct midterm elections
The Georgia Legislature adjourns without a plan to count votes after July. Here's what could happen next.
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Georgia lawmakers leave data center tax breaks intact, punt on energy costs
Consumer advocates and environmentalists had pushed the General Assembly to protect regular Georgians from the growth of data centers.
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Georgia lawmakers approve income tax cut, property tax relief
The General Assembly approved a significant income tax cut and a scaled-back proposal for property tax relief. There was no vote on overhauling the state's voting systems.
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At state Capitol, affordability was the agenda. Now it’s the campaign battle.
Georgia Republicans prepare to hit the campaign trail after a legislative session aimed at easing costs for working families.
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Georgia bill tracker 2026: See what passed
From tax cuts to an official state chicken wing flavor, see what bills Georgia lawmakers are considering and how close to passing they are.