Tech

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.
Representatives Buddy Carter (R-GA01) and August Pfluger (R-TX11) recently celebrated the passage of the Mystic Alerts Act out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. As members of the committee, both representatives were able to speak on the bill’s behalf and thanked committee members for their bipartisan, unanimous support. Rep. Pfluger is the bill’s sponsor, […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced that global biopharmaceutical giant UCB, Inc. is planning to invest $2 billion in Georgia to establish its first U.S. pharmaceutical biologics manufacturing facility. In a statement, Gov. Kemp commented that the investment marked a significant milestone for Georgia’s life sciences industry. He also emphasized the importance of pushing Georgia […]
Rick Jackson Ahead of Burt Jones in GOP Primary for Georgia Governor At the beginning of Georgia's gubernatorial race, current Lt. Gov. Burt Jones was the favorite for the Republican Party's nomination, but a new poll shows that voters could be siding with Rick Jackson. Lt. Governor Jones received Trump's endorsement for Georgia's commander in August. However, […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) announced that Glytec, a major health tech company, will relocate its headquarters to Cobb County, adding 500 new jobs over the next several years. Gov. Kemp attributed this development to Georgia’s reputation as the Number 1 state for business in the country, expressing excitement for Cobb County, which will receive the […]
The Race for Governor Escalates Between Burt Jones and Rick Jackson Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) unleashed a new flurry of attacks against rival candidate Rick Jackson ahead of this year’s gubernatorial race, alleging connections to Planned Parenthood and gender-affirming procedures. In response to these claims, the Jackson campaign released a new video advertisement featuring the Lt. Governor […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced that Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. officially decided to move its U.S. headquarters to Kennesaw, Georgia, opting to relocate out of California following roughly 50 years of operation in the state. In a statement, Gov. Kemp expressed pride in fostering Georgia’s relationship with Yamaha and securing this new arrangement. He […]
Attorney General Chris Carr recently announced that his Organized Retail Crime Unit obtained a new indictment charging Douglas County man, Michael Justin Williams, with a pattern of forgery targeting RaceTrac Inc., Family Dollar Stores, Inc., and The Parker Holding Company, LLC (Parker’s Kitchen). In a recent comment on this investigation, AG Carr discussed the rising […]
Georgia Lawmakers Divided on the War Against Iran Georgia Democrats have all called for an immediate vote from Congress on a War Powers Resolution. To them, President Trump has acted beyond his authority and must be checked as soon as possible. Georgia Republicans praised the President for taking on the Iranian regime and strengthening America’s position […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) in announcing that the state has made history again by surpassing $60.2 billion in exports in the 2025 calendar year. Gov. Kemp attributed this new record to the state’s logistics industry and its legion of hardworking small businesses. With these in hand, the […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) recently announced new water infrastructure upgrades heading to Georgia after securing funding packages and approval for the City of Columbus and Lee County. Columbus The upgrades for Columbus were secured after the passage of the Georgia Stormwater Management Act. The bill created a new authority for the U.S. Army Corps of […]
Attorney General Chris Carr recently announced that he is leading a 19-state coalition in fighting to preserve access to automatic license-plate readers (ALPRs), a critical law enforcement tool that has helped to solve murders, kidnappings, and armed robberies. AG Carr made a case as to why law enforcement needs access to ALPRs, saying that they […]
Members of the Senate Study Committee on the Impact of Social Media and Artificial Intelligence on Children and Platform Privacy Protection filed two bills this week aimed at mitigating harms to children online. The bills stem from the committee’s final recommendations to reduce online risks, ensure that technology companies are accountable for the safety of […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA01) and Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) recently celebrated the House of Representatives' passage of their Undersea Cable Protection Act, a bill strengthening national security and global connectivity by safeguarding the United States’ submarine cable infrastructure. Rep. Carter described it as the next step in advancing President Trump’s national security agenda. He then […]
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 […]

