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News Articles: 2019 Georgia Legislative Session

What Bills Did Gov. Brian Kemp Sign In 2019?

Holding ceremonies everywhere from Cairo to Camilla to his ceremonial office in the Capitol, Gov. Brian Kemp signed more than 300 bills from the 2019...

April 24, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Bills Meet Their Fate Ahead Of Crossover Day

Thursday signals the last day for bills to be passed out of one chamber, the House or Senate, to the other. It's known as crossover day. After that,...

April 16, 2020
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By:
  • Ross Terrell

Georgia Touts Federal Election Data On Voter Registration

There’s a new report from the federal government that has some surprising data about last fall’s election. According to the latest Election...

February 25, 2020
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Stephen Fowler

Georgia Awards New Voting Machine Contract To Dominion Voting Systems

Georgia has awarded a massive contract to replace its outdated touchscreen direct-recording electronic voting machines to a new company offering ballot...

July 29, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Judge Will Decide Fate Of Georgia’s ‘Too Old And Archaic’ Voting Machines For Fall Elections

A federal judge who said Georgia officials allowed its election system to “grow way too old and archaic” will soon decide if hundreds of county and...

July 28, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Georgia Senate Proposes Comprehensive Dyslexia Bill

The state Senate is considering a bill that provides for dyslexia screening and additional resources for students with language-based disabilities....

July 24, 2019
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By:
  • Bailey Walker
Democratice Chair Sen. Nikema Williams and GOP Chair David Schafer talk about what to expect from their parties over the coming year.

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  • Politics

The Next Year In Georgia Politics – And How It Affects You

The state legislature may be in its post-session off season, but the political landscape in Georgia is far from quiet. While the 2020 elections are over...

July 01, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott and
  • Stephen Fowler
July 1 is when the record-setting $27.5 billion state operating budget kicks in, complete with money for a new voting system and pay raises for teachers, school staff and state employees.

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  • Law

New Laws, 2020 Budget Take Effect July 1

The first day of July marks the beginning of the new fiscal year and when many laws take effect. We are midway through a whirlwind 2019 that has been...

July 01, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott and
  • Stephen Fowler

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  • News

On Second Thought For Monday, July 1, 2019

The first day of July marks the beginning of the new fiscal year and when many laws take effect. T he record-setting $27.5 billion state operating...

July 01, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • Leighton Rowell ,
  • and 5 more
Surrounded by supporters of the bill, Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 481, the "heartbeat bill," setting the stage for a legal battle as the state attempts to outlaw most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.

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  • Politics

Georgia Abortion Bill Redefines 'Personhood' — And Raises Confusion

The state of Georgia — and the country — is divided over so-called "heartbeat" bills and other new state laws restricting abortion. Many are confused...

June 04, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • Emilia Brock ,
  • and 2 more

Georgia District Attorneys Divided On Meaning Of New Abortion Law

A newly-signed abortion law in Georgia has some district attorneys saying women who have abortions could face criminal charges for their actions. But,...

May 23, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Abortion rights supporters hold signs at a rally at the Georgia State Capitol Tuesday, May 21, 2019.

Abortion Rights Supporters Pack Capitol Steps As Legal Fights Loom

Holding signs reading “Stop the bans,” "Our bodies, our choice" and “You, yes you: run for office!” several hundred people spilled out from the steps to...

May 21, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand speaks at the Georgia state Capitol Thursday, May 16, 2019.

Gillibrand: Abortion Laws Are ‘Nationwide Assault' On Women’s Rights

U.S. Senator and 2020 presidential hopeful Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) spoke against a slew of abortion restrictions passed in states across the country...

May 16, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Sen. Enmanuel Jones voices his displeasure after Gov. Brian Kemp vetoes Senate Bill 53. The bill would've protected DeKalb County schools from annexation.

DeKalb School District Continues Fight To Stave Off Annexation

Editor's note: This story was updated on Tuesday, at 10:45 am to include a statement from Decatur City Schools. DeKalb County’s legislative delegation...

May 14, 2019
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By:
  • Ross Terrell
Gov. Brian Kemp had 40 days after Sine Die to publicly sign or veto bills passed under the Gold Dome this legislative session.

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  • Politics

Georgia Politics Recap: New Laws, Vetoes, Disaster Relief Funds

The busy season for Georgia state lawmakers is now over. Yes, the legislative session wrapped up April 2, but Sunday marked the final close to the 2019...

May 13, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • Amy Kiley ,
  • and 1 more
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