Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation Improving Healthcare Access and Affordability
Athens, GA - Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, members of the General Assembly, and other state and local leaders, signed a sweeping package of legislation into law that will improve access to quality and affordable health care today at a ceremony in Athens.Governor Kemp expressed his commitment to fulfilling his promises, stating, “When I first ran for Governor, I made a promise that my administration would work to develop the entirety of our state and that includes ensuring that Georgians in rural parts not...
Georgia State AG Chris Carr: 'Iran is not a victim or acting in self defense'
Georgia's Attorney General, Chris Carr, has asserted that Iran is neither a victim nor acting in self-defense but is instead the instigator, involved in supporting and participating in terrorism. He underscored his support for Israel on this issue.
Gov. Kemp Signs Historic Tax Cut Package Into Law
Augusta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp and other state leaders, signed HB 1015 into law today, accelerating the largest state income tax cut in Georgia history. The signing ceremony took place in Augusta, where Governor Kemp highlighted the significance of the tax cut package.The tax cut package, sponsored by Representative Lauren McDonald and co-sponsored by several other legislators, accelerates the reduction in the state income tax rate. Governor Kemp explained that this move will result in substantial savings for Georgia taxpayers....
- Gov. Kemp Announces Three New Rural Workforce Housing Grant Recipients
- Adjusted YTD Tax Revenues Down 4.3%
- Georgia State AG Chris Carr: Stopping the 'unlawful climate mandate is a major win' for Georgia
- Individual income tax revenue down 16.9% from previous quarter in Georgia
- Gov. Kemp: PrizePicks Announces 33,000-square-foot Headquarters in Atlanta
Tax Revenue Analysis: Georgia collects $3.1 billion in sales and gross receipt tax during Q3 2023
Georgia collected $3.1 billion in tax and gross receipts, a 0.4% increase from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau
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Gov. Kemp Announces Incoming Adjutant General of Georgia National Guard
Mar 15, 2024Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp has announced Major General Richard “Dwayne” Wilson as the incoming Adjutant General of the Georgia National Guard, effective May 4, 2024. The Governor congratulated Major General Wilson on his new position, highlighting his service to the state and Armed Forces. Governor Kemp expressed his anticipation to collaborate with Major General Wilson to ensure the safety and well-being of the people of Georgia.Governor Kemp also extended his congratulations and gratitude to Major General Thomas Carden, who will be taking on a...
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Steve Cortes: Ossoff, Warnock ‘clearly decided to prioritize illegal aliens and a radical open borders agenda’
Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers (LAW), said today that Georgia U.S. Sens. Jon Ossoff (D) and Raphael Warnock (D) “decided to prioritize illegal aliens” by voting against a measure that would have prohibited illegal aliens from being factored into the count for apportionment of congressional districts and the Electoral College map.
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Gov. Kemp Appoints Frank Wood as District Attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp has appointed Frank Wood as the District Attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit. This announcement comes as Wood fills the vacancy left by Alison Sosebee, who was appointed to the Superior Court of the Appalachian Judicial Circuit in December 2023.Frank Wood, who currently serves as the Acting District Attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit, has a strong background in the legal field. He has been an assistant district attorney in the Appalachian Judicial Circuit for nearly a decade and has been the chief assistant DA for...
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Gov. Kemp, State Leaders Celebrate Hyundai Motor Group’s Historic Impact on Georgia
Governor Brian Kemp expressed his appreciation for Hyundai Motor Group's positive impact on the State of Georgia, stating, “Hyundai is with us at the table, helping us recruit businesses, giving back to our communities, and working with our world-class colleges and universities to connect more Georgians with great opportunities." This sentiment was echoed by José Muñoz, President and Global COO of Hyundai Motor Company and President and CEO of Hyundai and Genesis Motor North America, who described Georgia as a second home for the company and highlighted the creation of jobs...
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AG Christopher Carr: ‘The FTC and Congress must act to ensure fulsome regulation of PBMs nationwide’
State Attorney General Christopher Carr (R-Georgia) sent a letter to U.S. Congressional leadership this week saying Congress should “act to ensure fulsome regulation of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).
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Gov. Kemp Increases Funding for CJCC's Victim's Services Grant
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp has announced a significant increase in funding for the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council's (CJCC) Victim's Services grant, utilizing $26 million in remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for FY25. This additional funding comes on top of the $13.2 million allocated in December for FY24, bringing the total ARPA funding for the grant to $94,237,210."I'm grateful we're able to provide these desperately needed funds to support the victims of crime as the federal government fails to live up to their promises," Governor Kemp...
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Gov. Kemp Appoints Judges and Solicitors General Across Georgia
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp has made significant announcements today regarding the appointment of judges and solicitors general in various parts of the state of Georgia.J. Wade Padgett has been appointed to the Court of Appeals, filling the vacancy left by Judge Christian Coomer. Following this appointment, J. Grady Blanchard will be taking over the position in the Columbia Judicial Circuit. Governor Kemp has also appointed Spencer Tyson as the Solicitor General of Effingham County and Amy Godfrey as the Solicitor General of Coweta County.Judge Padgett, who has...
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Gov. Kemp: SOLARCYCLE to Create 600 Jobs in Polk County at First-of-its-Kind Solar Panel Glass Plant
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp has announced that SOLARCYCLE, an advanced technology-based solar recycling company, will be investing an estimated $344 million in a solar glass manufacturing facility in Cedartown, Polk County. This facility will be the first of its kind in the United States, using recycled materials from retired solar panels to create new solar glass.Governor Kemp expressed his excitement about the project, stating, "SOLARCYCLE's first-of-its-kind facility is a transformational investment for the Polk County community and will help drive its economy...
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Gov. Kemp: State of Georgia Breaks Export Records for Third Straight Year
Atlanta, GA - Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) have announced that the state of Georgia has broken export records for the third consecutive year. In 2023, Georgia surpassed $49.7 billion in exports, surpassing the previous record of $47 billion in 2022. The state currently ranks seventh in the U.S. for the dollar value of trade and 12th for the dollar value of exports.Governor Kemp expressed his satisfaction with the achievement, stating, "For the third year in a row, Georgia has broken every record when it comes to...
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Gov. Kemp Directs Georgia Guard Reinforcements to the Southern Border
Atlanta, GA – Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp has directed the deployment of additional troops from the Georgia National Guard to the U.S. southern border. This decision comes as a response to the ongoing crisis at the border and the federal government's failure to address it effectively. The Georgia National Guard has had a continuous presence on the southern border since 2019, making it the state with the longest-standing presence.Governor Kemp recently visited the border for the fifth time since taking office, where he was briefed on the situation and the efforts being...
