Here’s what happened in the Georgia Legislature Day 16. (February 14 was Legislative Day 16)This informal report on Georgia legislative activities does not include every action by the…
MoreThe following article is an opinion piece and reflects the views of the author and not those of TheGeorgiaVirtue.com Recently, Republican legislators in the Georgia General Assembly introduced HB…
More(The Center Square) – Gov. Brian Kemp is backing a proposal to allow parents to opt their children out of face-covering requirements at Georgia schools. Kemp said Monday…
More(The Center Square) – The Georgia Senate has approved a bill that would lengthen Medicaid coverage for new mothers. Under Senate Bill 338, new mothers would receive Medicaid coverage…
MoreRepublican lawmakers in the Georgia Senate filed legislation recently to enhance prison time for some offenders by allowing authorities to charge ‘by the gun.’ Under Senate Bill 479,…
More(The Center Square) – The Georgia Senate unanimously approved a bill Tuesday that would cut taxes for Georgia residents who donate to foster care organizations. Senate Bill 370 would…
More(The Center Square) – The Georgia Senate approved a bill Monday that would streamline its expansion of expungement of criminal records. Senate Bill 257 would make it easier for…
More(The Center Square) — A bipartisan group of lawmakers has proposed a bill to give a tax break to low-income renters in Georgia. House Bill 979 provides a $60…
More(The Center Square) – Legislation to legalize recreational marijuana in Georgia was met with a barrage of criticism. Sen. Sheikh Rahman, D-Lawrenceville, has introduced two proposals aimed at…
More(The Center Square) – Georgia residents could receive tax cuts for donating to law enforcement and foster care organizations under legislation moving through the state Senate. Senate Bill…
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