Jason Ridley Introduces Bill to Bar Public Officials with Financial Ties

Jason Ridley Introduces Bill to Bar Public Officials with Financial Ties

James Swafford
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February 20, 2026
State Representative Jason Ridley (R-Chatsworth) has introduced House Bill (HB) 1362, which would make anyone with a financial interest in the State of Georgia ineligible to hold public office. “For too long, wealthy insiders have used profits from massive state contracts to bankroll their political ambitions,” said Rep. Ridley. “This bill ensures that no one can […]
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Jon Ossoff Cosponsors the Buying American Cotton Act of 2025

Jon Ossoff Cosponsors the Buying American Cotton Act of 2025

James Swafford
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February 19, 2026
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) has cosponsored the bipartisan Buying American Cotton Act of 2025 to incentivize retailers to sell products made with U.S. cotton to boost demand for cotton grown in the U.S. He is the first Senate Democrat to support the bill.   In a recent comment, Sen. Ossoff clarified that cosponsoring this bill is […]
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Buddy Carter Introduces Bill to Alleviate Nationwide Drug Shortages

Buddy Carter Introduces Bill to Alleviate Nationwide Drug Shortages

James Swafford
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February 19, 2026
Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA01) recently introduced the Growing America’s Pharmaceutical Supply Act, a bill that would alleviate drug shortages by giving outsourcing facilities the regulatory certainty needed to invest in producing these medications.  In a recent comment, Rep. Carter elaborated on the necessity of the bill, explaining how this regulatory uncertainty impacts more than just […]
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Chris Carr Investigates Roblox For Reports of Child Exploitation

Chris Carr Investigates Roblox For Reports of Child Exploitation

James Swafford
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February 18, 2026
Attorney General Chris Carr recently launched an investigation into Roblox, an online gaming and chat platform used by millions of children and teens, to determine whether the company is violating state consumer protection laws and putting children at risk. In a statement, AG Carr remarked on the changing nature of predatory activity. As a father […]
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Burt Jones Calls on Schools to Apply for STEM Scholarship Program

Burt Jones Calls on Schools to Apply for STEM Scholarship Program

James Swafford
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February 18, 2026
The National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) has opened the application period for the fifth annual Lt. Governors’ STEM Scholarship Program, awarding up to $1,000 for 12 schools in an effort to support STEM-related activities for youth.  Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) has publicly invited all Georgia schools to apply for this program and expressed pride […]
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Georgia Democrats Mourn the Loss of Civil Rights Figure Jesse Jackson

Georgia Democrats Mourn the Loss of Civil Rights Figure Jesse Jackson

James Swafford
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February 17, 2026
Georgia Democrats have united to mourn the loss of Civil Rights figure Jesse Jackson, who passed away earlier today. The lawmakers praised Jackson, citing his career as a civil rights activist and human rights advocate.  Jesse Jackson began fighting segregation in the 1960s and worked closely with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He then joined […]
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Raphael Warnock Introduces Bill to Combat Automation in the Workforce

Raphael Warnock Introduces Bill to Combat Automation in the Workforce

James Swafford
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February 16, 2026
Senators Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Dick Durbin (D-IL), and Representative Brad Schneider (D-IL10) have  introduced the bicameral Investing In Tomorrow’s Workforce Act. The bill increases federal investments in worker training and helps prepare workers for future jobs.  Sen. Warnock highlighted the need to bolster America’s workforce against technological encroachment in a statement. “The American worker […]
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Raphael Warnock Files Amendment to Block Immigration Detention Centers

Raphael Warnock Files Amendment to Block Immigration Detention Centers

James Swafford
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February 13, 2026
Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) has formally proposed to amend House Resolution (HR) 7147 to block the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from purchasing warehouses that will serve as detention centers in Social Circle and Oakwood, Georgia.  HR 7147 is an appropriations bill, but it was excluded from the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026 due to […]
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Derek Dooley Calls out Mike Collins Over Alleged Taxpayer-Funded Corruption

Derek Dooley Calls out Mike Collins Over Alleged Taxpayer-Funded Corruption

James Swafford
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February 12, 2026
Derek Dooley, the outsider candidate for the U.S. Senate, has called out Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) for allegedly using nearly one hundred thousand dollars in taxpayer money to pay for television ads promoting his Senate campaign. This is the latest in a series of allegations relating to the misuse of taxpayer funds by Congressman Collins’ […]
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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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Buddy Carter Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Sanctuary Cities

Buddy Carter Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Sanctuary Cities

James Swafford
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February 10, 2026
Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA01) recently introduced the No Sanctuary Cities Act, a bill meant to ensure dangerous criminal illegal immigrants are not safeguarded by “sanctuary” city or state policies. Rep. Carter commented on sanctuary cities, describing them as "disgusting" and "anti-American." He clarified that the purpose of the bill is to enforce compliance with federal […]
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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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Jon Ossoff Takes Heat From NRSC Over Weekend Campaign Rally

Jon Ossoff Takes Heat From NRSC Over Weekend Campaign Rally

James Swafford
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February 9, 2026
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) held a campaign rally over the weekend to gather support ahead of this year’s senatorial election. In his remarks, the Senator heavily criticized the Trump Administration over the rising costs of healthcare and the escalation of immigration enforcement.  Posting to X, Sen. Ossoff highlighted a moment of his speech where he […]
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Brian Kemp Announces $17 Million Investment Into Screven County

Brian Kemp Announces $17 Million Investment Into Screven County

James Swafford
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February 9, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced that manufacturer Preciball USA plans to invest $17.6 million in a new production facility in Screven County, creating 65 new jobs over the next several years. The Georgia governor attributed the investment to the state’s reputation as the No. 1 state for business. He also expressed excitement to see […]
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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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Eric Bell Introduces Bill to Fund Murals Along State Highways

Eric Bell Introduces Bill to Fund Murals Along State Highways

James Swafford
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February 5, 2026
State Representative Eric Bell (D-Jonesboro) recently introduced House Bill (HB) 1103, legislation that would establish the Happy Highways Grant program to support the creation of murals along Georgia’s highway system.  Rep. Bell explained how Georgia has 19,000 miles of state highway, which presents a multitude of opportunities for viewing public art. He also pointed out […]
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Brian Kemp Announces 200 New Jobs Coming to Emanuel County

Brian Kemp Announces 200 New Jobs Coming to Emanuel County

James Swafford
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February 4, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) has announced that Dongwon Autopart Technology plans to invest $30 million in a new production facility in Emanuel County. The automotive project is anticipated to create 200 new jobs over the next several years. In a statement, Gov. Kemp framed it as a development of Georgia’s thriving automotive industry. He congratulated […]
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Georgia Democrats Denounce the FBI’s Fulton County Raid

Georgia Democrats Denounce the FBI’s Fulton County Raid

James Swafford
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February 4, 2026
Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA), alongside Representatives Nikema Williams (D-GA05) and Lucy McBath (D-GA06), is demanding answers and an immediate briefing from the Department of Justice (DOJ) following last week’s FBI raid of the Fulton County elections center.  The FBI’s raid follows a years-long suspicion of Georgia officials and voters after President Donald Trump lost the […]
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