Georgia Republicans Celebrate Passage of Income Tax Proposals

Georgia Republicans Celebrate Passage of Income Tax Proposals

James Swafford
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February 13, 2026
Leading Georgia Republicans are celebrating the recent passage of two income tax proposals, which are unanimously backed by the Senate Republican Caucus and are set to provide maximum relief for hardworking Georgians.  Originally sponsored by State Senator Blake Tillery (R-19), the proposals include Senate Bill (SB) 476 and SB 477. Both of these are set […]
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Chris Carr Indicts Six in Covid-Related Fraud Scheme

Chris Carr Indicts Six in Covid-Related Fraud Scheme

James Swafford
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February 11, 2026
Attorney General Chris Carr has indicted six individuals in Fulton County in connection with nearly $230,000 in COVID-related fraud. The defendants are alleged to have engaged in a scheme to defraud the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Emergency Rental Assistance Program. In a statement, Carr emphasized the depraved nature of this kind of fraud. […]
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Burt Jones Announces New Legislation to Cut Income Taxes in Georgia

Burt Jones Announces New Legislation to Cut Income Taxes in Georgia

James Swafford
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February 10, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) recently announced that the Georgia Senate has introduced two income tax cut proposals, unanimously backed by the Senate Republican Caucus, to maximize relief for hardworking Georgians.  Lt. Gov. Jones has been leading the effort to reduce the state tax burden, and both pieces of legislation provide real tax relief and […]
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Political Outsider Rick Jackson Launches Campaign for Georgia Governor

Political Outsider Rick Jackson Launches Campaign for Georgia Governor

James Swafford
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February 6, 2026
Political outsider and multi-billionaire Rick Jackson launched his campaign for Governor of Georgia this week. The new Republican candidate enters a competitive field alongside Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Attorney General Chris Carr, and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Jackson’s campaign got off to a strong start on X, with his campaign sharing posts advertising the […]
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Burt Jones Renews Commitment to School Choice in Georgia

Burt Jones Renews Commitment to School Choice in Georgia

James Swafford
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February 3, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) has announced a new top priority for the 2026 Legislative Session – reaffirming his commitment to empowering parents and expanding educational opportunity for students.  “Every Georgia parent deserves the freedom to choose the educational environment that best meets their child’s unique needs,” said Lt. Gov. Jones. “As Lieutenant Governor, I […]
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Gwinnett County Police Officer Killed in Line of Duty

Gwinnett County Police Officer Killed in Line of Duty

James Swafford
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February 2, 2026
A Gwinnett County Police Officer was killed in the line of duty recently after responding to a call related to ongoing fraud and forgery at a Holiday Inn. After entering the hotel room and engaging in conversation with the suspect, the suspect opened fire on the officers unprovoked.  According to officials, one officer returned fire […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Announces University System Transfer Agreement

Governor Brian Kemp Announces University System Transfer Agreement

James Swafford
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January 30, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced that the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and Mercer University have signed new transfer agreements to create seamless pathways for technical college students to earn bachelor’s degrees. Expanding Student Pathways Known as articulation agreements, this kind of partnership allows graduates from any of TCSG’s 22 colleges to transfer […]
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Georgia General Assembly Closes Out First Two Weeks of 2026 Session

Georgia General Assembly Closes Out First Two Weeks of 2026 Session

James Swafford
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January 29, 2026
In a press release, State Senator Bill Cowsert (R-Athens) detailed how the Georgia General Assembly began 2026 with a productive start after gaveling in the Legislative Session on January 12th.  First Week The first week began with Georgia’s congressmen attending the Eggs & Issues Breakfast, hosted by members of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce, […]
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Lt. Gov. Burt Jones Applauds Senate Advancement of Senate Bill 382

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones Applauds Senate Advancement of Senate Bill 382

James Swafford
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January 28, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) has applauded the progress made on a key priority for the 2026 Legislative Session – property tax reform. The Senate Committee on Finance will meet today to consider Senate Bill (SB) 382, which would make annual caps on increases in home values mandatory across the state.  In 2024, the Senate […]
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AG Chris Carr Secures Victory in Defense of Georgia’s Election Integrity Act

AG Chris Carr Secures Victory in Defense of Georgia’s Election Integrity Act

James Swafford
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January 28, 2026
Attorney General Chris Carr has secured a sweeping victory in defense of Senate Bill (SB) 202, Georgia’s Election Integrity Act, against a non-governmental organization (NGO) known as the Coalition for Good Governance.  The NGO’s mission is to engage in litigation based on issues of elections, government accountability, due process, and equal protection of the law. […]
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Brian Kemp Declares State of Emergency as Georgia Faces Winter Storm

Brian Kemp Declares State of Emergency as Georgia Faces Winter Storm

James Swafford
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January 23, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently declared a State of Emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern's impact on the State of Georgia this upcoming weekend. The declaration will be active through January 29, 2026. The Governor directed the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to activate the State Operations Center and mobilize any resources to […]
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Derek Dooley Raises $3 Million in First Five Months of Campaigning

Derek Dooley Raises $3 Million in First Five Months of Campaigning

James Swafford
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January 23, 2026
Derek Dooley, a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, announced this week that his "Georgia First" campaign raised over $1.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2025 and a combined $3 million for his first five months in the race to defeat Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA).  Dooley’s campaign argues that this fundraising number not only proves […]
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Georgia Republicans Rally for Steven McNeel Ahead of Special Election Runoff

Georgia Republicans Rally for Steven McNeel Ahead of Special Election Runoff

James Swafford
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January 22, 2026
The race for Georgia’s 18th state Senate district seat is headed to a runoff after neither Republican Steven McNeel nor Democrat Lemario Brown crossed the 50 percent threshold in a recent special election.   In response, Georgia Republicans have rallied via social media to congratulate McNeel for moving forward with a 20-point advantage over Brown. They […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Announces New Economic Mission to Belgium and the U.K.

Governor Brian Kemp Announces New Economic Mission to Belgium and the U.K.

James Swafford
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January 21, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced that he and his wife, First Lady Marty Kemp, will lead an international mission this week to reinforce economic relationships in Belgium and the United Kingdom.  The Governor and First Lady will be joined by representatives from the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), and they will conduct meetings […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Announces State and Federal Tax Credit Partnership

Governor Brian Kemp Announces State and Federal Tax Credit Partnership

James Swafford
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January 20, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) has just announced, during a press conference, his intention to opt Georgia into the federal tax scholarship program for school choice, which is made possible by the One Big, Beautiful Bill. This program will provide a dollar-for-dollar federal income tax credit for up to $1,700 for individuals who donate to authorized […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Gives Final State of the State Address

Governor Brian Kemp Gives Final State of the State Address

James Swafford
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January 16, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently gave his final State of the State address to a joint session of the Georgia House of Representatives and Georgia Senate. In the address, the Governor lauded the advancements and investments made by his administration and the prosperity Georgia can look forward to in the future.  The address began with […]
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AG Chris Carr Urges Federal Agencies to Restore State Authority Over Water Regulation

AG Chris Carr Urges Federal Agencies to Restore State Authority Over Water Regulation

James Swafford
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January 16, 2026
Attorney General Chris Carr recently announced that he has joined a 20-state coalition in sending a formal comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the updated definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS).  This longstanding WOTUS rule placed undue regulatory burdens on Georgia’s farmers, […]
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Burt Jones Announces Property Tax Reform as Top Priority for 2026

Burt Jones Announces Property Tax Reform as Top Priority for 2026

James Swafford
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January 14, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) recently announced the No. 1 priority for the 2026 Legislative Session – property tax reform, which aims to address rising property taxes and the cost of living for all Georgians. In 2024, the Georgia General Assembly addressed property taxes with Senate Bill (SB) 349, which passed with bipartisan support and […]
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