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Along with up-to-date political coverage, Dome Politics takes the opportunity to post about issues, legislation, and lawmakers as it pertains to technology or Big Tech.
Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has come out against Republicans for voting to reauthorize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) without implementing warrant requirements. The former congresswoman lamented the fact that only about ten Republicans are refusing to go along with the vote. She criticized the rest for voting to give the government the ‘ability […]
Congressman David Scott Dies at 80 After 50 Years of Service Representative David Scott (D-GA13) passed away after 23 years as a congressman and 50 years in total representing the people of Georgia. He began his long career as a representative in the Georgia House in 1975 and then joined the Georgia Senate in 1983. Rep. Scott’s staff […]
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA), with the support of Senate Republican members of the Georgia Senate Health and Human Services Committee, issued a statement, recapping the committee’s work on behalf of healthcare providers and Georgians over the past four years. In his statement, the Lt. Governor thanked Committee Chairman Ben Watson (R-01) and his Republican colleagues […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) just announced that Blue Ops, Inc. will invest $30 million in its new manufacturing facility in Valdosta, which is expected to create 200 new jobs over the next several years in Lowndes County. Blue Ops is the maritime division of Red Cat Holdings, Inc., a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone […]
THE FUZZY PEACH--4.17.2026--JD Vance Endorses Burt Jones--Mike Collins Leads in the Polls--Much More
Vice President JD Vance Endorses Burt Jones for Governor Lt. Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) recently joined Vice President JD Vance and other leaders at the This is the Turning Point Tour at UGA event in Athens, Georgia. At the event, Lt. Governor Jones highlighted the final passage of the True Patriotism and Universal Student Access (TPUSA) Act. He then received an endorsement […]
House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) recently announced the creation of the 2026 House Blue-Ribbon Study Committees. These Committees will work throughout the interim to gather the facts and hear from citizens, experts, and stakeholders on key policy areas impacting Georgia. Speaker Burns commented on the purpose of these committees and affirmed the Georgia House's intent […]
Representatives Rich McCormick (R-GA07) and Sarah McBride (D-DE), members of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, recently introduced the bipartisan Biotechnology for All High School Students Act. The legislation aims to increase access to hands-on biotechnology education, helping to strengthen the future of health care, agriculture, the environment, and other critical industries. Rep. McCormick […]
Representatives Rich McCormick (R-GA07) and Rosa DeLauro (D-CT03) have introduced the bipartisan Consumer Labeling for Enhanced API Reporting and Legitimate Accountability for Base Entity Listings (CLEAR LABELS) Act. Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) are also leading the effort by bringing the bill to the Senate. Rep. McCormick expressed great pride in cosponsoring […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) announced today that Prime, Inc., a leading North American transportation company, will invest more than $160 million to establish a new Southeastern regional hub in Spalding County. Gov. Kemp thanked Prime’s leaders in a recent comment and remarked on their partnership with Spalding County leaders. He also highlighted Prime’s upcoming contribution […]
Representative Brian Jack (R-GA03) recently visited the University of West Georgia (UWG) to announce $637,520 in a new investment secured through the federal government’s Community Development Fund. The funding will be used for safety and infrastructure improvements on campus. While delivering remarks to university staff, Rep. Jack expressed pride in representing the people of Carroll […]
Clay Fuller Wins Runoff Election to Replace Marjorie Taylor Greene Georgia Republican Clay Fuller, a former district attorney, defeated Democrat Shawn Harris in a special runoff election Tuesday to fill Georgia's 14th Congressional seat left vacant after Marjorie Taylor Greene's early exit from the U.S. House in January. Fuller's win was key to the Republican […]
State Representative Marvin Lim (D-Norcross) recently applauded the final passage of House Bill 1161, which makes several updates to enhance roadway safety, clarify enforcement standards, and implement measures affecting drivers, law enforcement, and pedestrians. Rep. Lim pointed to road safety as Georgia’s top transportation issue and the need for consistent code. He thanked the Gwinnett […]
In the final days of the 2026 legislative session, the Georgia House of Representatives passed two new regulatory reform bills – House Bills 1247 and 1254 – to confront burdensome regulation and bureaucratic overreach. In a statement, Representative Matt Reeves (R-Duluth) applauded the House for taking this initiative. He noted the importance of the State’s […]
Attorney General Chris Carr has launched his new “Eyes on the Road” Campaign, a public safety initiative to locate and recover missing children. The Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit is leading the effort and seeks to recruit the private sector in the fight to combat human trafficking in Georgia. AG Carr commented on the brutal nature […]
Rick Jackson Visits Coweta County, Touts 'Outsider' Candidacy Like Trump Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson made a stop in Coweta County today to host a meet-and-greet with Georgia voters as he journeys toward the governorship. In an exclusive interview with Dome Politics, Jackson discussed his political aspirations, likening his "outsider" status to that of President Donald Trump when […]
Georgia's 2026 legislative session comes to an end today. Many lawmakers are continuing to push their biggest priorities in a race to get everything done by end of day Thursday. If a bill doesn't pass both chambers during the regular session, it likely will not make it to the governor's desk for a final signature […]
Jon Ossoff, Raphael Warnock Accuse GOP of Blocking TSA Funding Senators Jon Ossoff (D-GA) and Raphael Warnock (D-GA) responded to congressional Republicans and their criticisms by accusing them of blocking funding for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The response comes after recent Republican initiatives to pin all the blame on Senate Democrats, especially those up for reelection […]
Representative Mike Collins (GA-10) recently introduced the Diesel Truck Liberation Act, legislation designed to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from further "criminalizing" farmers and truckers through federal emission mandates. Rep. Collins praised the work of EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and expressed pride in being able to contribute. To him, this is about putting the […]

