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News Articles: Governor Brian Kemp

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  • Health

Macon Mayor Vetoes Mask Ordinance

Last week the Macon-Bibb Commission passed a mask mandate. Now that ordinance may not hold following a veto by the mayor.

July 27, 2020
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By:
  • Josephine Bennett
Gov. Brian Kemp originally unveiled his plan to reshape Georgia's private insurance market back in November. A revised version of the proposal was announced earlier this month.

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  • Health Care

State's Proposal To Ditch 'healthcare.gov' Continues To Draw Critics

A revised version of the governor’s plan to remake the private insurance market in Georgia continues to draw opposition to the state’s plan to bypass healthcare.gov.

July 22, 2020
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By:
  • Jill Nolin
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp preempts the ability of the state's cities and counties from mandating the wearing of masks.

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  • National

Georgia Governor Calls Up National Guard, Declares State Of Emergency Due To Violence

Georgia's governor has declared a state of emergency and called up the National Guard. It follows weeks of violent crime and property destruction in Atlanta. Thirty people were shot last weekend.

July 07, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
House Bill 838 would make first responders, including police officers, a protected class under Georgia law. The bill awaits final approval from Governor Kemp

Civil Rights Groups Dispute Georgia Bill That Would Make Police A 'Protected Class'

Georgia's new hate crimes law goes into effect this week. It means stiffer penalties for violence against a person based on things such as race,...

July 02, 2020
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Donna Lowry
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms says she disagrees with the Georgia governor's decision to reopen many businesses.

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms On Reopening Georgia: 'I Remain Concerned'

Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp's reopening of many businesses on April 24 came earlier than many public health experts had recommended and against...

May 13, 2020
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  • GPB Radio News
Altanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms appears on BBC World News April 9, 2020

Atlanta Mayor Highlights Impact Of Coronavirus On African Americans

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is highlighting the impact of the coronavirus on black Americans. In an appearance Thursday on the BBC World News,...

April 10, 2020
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington
Tybee Island workers close access to the beach after Mayor Session's order.

Tybee Island Mayor: 'Do Not Support' Governor's Decision To Open Beaches

Calling Gov. Brian Kemp's decision to reopen beaches statewide a "reckless mandate", Tybee Island's mayor questioned the actions as the state shelters...

April 05, 2020
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By:
  • Blis Savidge
Gov. Brian Kemp delivers an update on coronavirus in Georgia.

Georgia Coronavirus Updates: Nearly 60 Care Facilities Report Cases; First Death Of Nurse

COVID-19 outbreaks have been reported in 58 long-term health facilities, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health, days after more than 100...

April 04, 2020
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By:
  • Blis Savidge
A person experiencing homelessness in Atlanta.

Atlanta's Isolation Hotel For Homeless Opens Thursday

As many of us worry about the health and welfare of ourselves and loved ones right now, people experiencing homelessness are especially vulnerable to...

April 02, 2020
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington
Cities and counties in Georgia are enacting curfews, which closes establishments and limits travel in the evening, except for people working, getting supplies or seeking medical aid.

Georgia Communities Implement Curfews To Keep People Indoors

Several cities and counties in Georgia have put curfews in place to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Near Atlanta, those cities include Tucker,...

March 27, 2020
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By:
  • Taylor Gantt
Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 481 Tuesday May 7, 2019, at the state Capitol.

Georgians Could Vote On Making It Easier To Sue Governments

Georgians could get a chance to vote on making it easier to sue state government.

February 22, 2020
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  • Associated Press
Governor Kemp announced the second of two healthcare waiver proposals to increase coverage on Monday.

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  • Health Care

How Governor Kemp's Proposed Medicaid Plans Stand To Impact Georgians

Georgia is currently ranked third among states with most uninsured residents. More than 1.4 million Georgians were without insurance in 2018. Governor...

November 06, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott and
  • Jake Troyer
Georgia Capitol

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Georgians Will Get To Weigh In On Kemp's Health Care Proposals

On this edition of Political Rewind, Georgians will get a chance to weigh in on Gov. Brian Kemp’s health care waivers. Kemp’s proposals would give more...

November 05, 2019
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Healthcare continues to be a top priority for voters. Democratic candidates have debated and will continue to debate their plans for healthcare reform.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Into the Weeds On Health Care Reform

On this edition of Political Rewind, Democratic presidential candidates are dueling over a variety of proposals for improving delivery. We’ve heard...

October 29, 2019
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Gov. Brian Kemp and his wife Marty tour the new Claxton Poultry facility in Sylvania, about three hours southeast of Atlanta. Kemp made the visit as part of his "Georgia Made" tour.

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  • Economy

Gov. Kemp Outlines Plan To Lift Up Rural Georgia, Streamline State Budget

It's been about 10 months since Gov. Brian Kemp took office — with a pledge to lift up rural Georgia. Now, he has launched a Rural Strike Team, designed...

October 25, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Emilia Brock
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