Georgia Politics
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Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) announced today that VDL Groep (VDL), a global Dutch engineering and equipment manufacturer, will invest $77 million over the next several years to expand its footprint in Hall County, creating approximately 120 new jobs. What will this expansion look like? VDL will purchase and expand the building it currently leases in […]
Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) is leading a bicameral group of lawmakers in opposing the Trump Administration’s proposed overhaul of Head Start, a federal program dedicated to improving academic and health outcomes for children. How does the Head Start Program improve outcomes? The program provides comprehensive early learning and family support services nationwide, particularly in rural […]
I manage a restaurant in Dunwoody, and have managed restaurants from Savannah all the way to Buford. I am in my twenties, I am Black, and I am told fairly often that I should already know who I am voting for. I did not make this decision from a script. I made it by reading […]
Representative Brian Jack (R-GA) recently visited LaGrange College to deliver an initial $1,883,050 federal investment through the U.S. Department of Education’s Strengthening Institutions Program. What is this funding for? The funding represents the first year of a five-year initiative expected to provide over $3 million in federal support for LaGrange College’s 21st Century Workforce Readiness […]
Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) and Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) faced off yesterday in a debate over who should represent Georgia in the U.S. Senate. The two candidates clashed over immigration, tariffs, President Donald Trump, and personal disputes. How did the two candidates open for this debate? Sen. Ossoff opened the debate by highlighting notable accomplishments […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) today announced that Hyundai Transys will invest nearly $560 million to expand its manufacturing capabilities in West Point, Georgia. The company plans to create 320 new jobs as part of its ongoing efforts to support global automotive customers with operations in North America. How will Hyundai's capabilities be expanded? Located at […]
Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA) sent a letter to the Trump Administration calling for an investigation into suspected H-1B visa fraud and abuse in and around Georgia’s 7th Congressional District. Who specifically was the letter directed to? Rep. McCormick reached out to key figures including Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced an amendment to the State of Emergency Order issued last week to include waiving penalties for the use of off-road "dyed" diesel, providing further relief to Georgia's truckers and farmers. Was this decision made unilaterally? Gov. Kemp made this announcement in consultation with Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA), Speaker […]
Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms faced off yesterday in a town hall debate and answered questions directly from voters. The Republican and Democratic candidates for Georgia Governor clashed over President Donald Trump, healthcare, and data center construction. How did the two candidates open for this town hall debate? Bottoms opened by sharing her belief […]
Representative Brian Jack (R-GA), Chairman of the Small Business Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development, recently welcomed Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler to Harris County. What did these key figures do in Harris County? Together, they hosted a small business roundtable with local leaders and business owners at the Harris County Community Center and […]
Representative Clay Fuller (R-GA) recently joined the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and local community leaders in announcing a $6 million federal investment through brownfield funding across Northwest Georgia. What is this funding for? This federal investment will support the revitalization of previously polluted or blighted sites in communities across Northwest Georgia. This will create new […]
Senators Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) recently secured more than $11.3 million in federal funding for the Freight Mobility, Military and Workforce Readiness Corridor Project on DeRenne Avenue in Savannah, Georgia. How will the funding help the project? The funding will support right-of-way acquisition for the project, which will improve a key transportation […]
Governor Brian Kemp Suspends Gas Tax and Declares State of Emergency Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently declared a state of emergency amidst global market volatility and suspended the state's excise gas tax for a period of 30 days. The suspension took effect at 12:01 a.m. on September 29 and runs through October 29. The governor's […]
Today, the Rick Jackson campaign for Governor released a new 30-second television ad called “Soul,” the campaign's first of the general election to feature Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA). The ad begins airing statewide today. What does Gov. Brian Kemp have to say in this ad? In “Soul,” Gov. Kemp makes the case for electing Jackson […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) today announced that Mayville Engineering Company (MEC) plans to create approximately 140 new jobs and invest an estimated $26 million over the next several years to establish a new metal fabrication facility in McDuffie County. What is the timeline for this new facility and where will it be located? For the […]
Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit secured the convictions of 17 individuals who fraudulently obtained nearly $500,000 in loans from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Where are these individuals from and what are the charges? All those prosecuted are residents of Mitchell County, Georgia. The defendants pleaded […]
Representative Lucy McBath (R-GA) recently introduced House Resolution 10631, also known as the Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act. This legislation would invest in addressing classroom overcrowding and setting students up for success. How does this bill confront classroom overcrowding, specifically? The Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act would establish a […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently declared a state of emergency amidst global market volatility and suspended the state's excise gas tax for a period of 30 days. The suspension took effect at 12:01 a.m. on September 29 and runs through October 29. What else did Gov. Brian Kemp suspend? The governor's executive order declaring the […]
