Rick Allen bill seeks to help Georgia timber industry
U.S. Rep. Rick Allen, R-GA, recently introduced H.R. 7195, the Timber Harvesters, Haulers, and Landowners Market Disruptions Relief Act that he says will help Georgia’s rural communities and timber farmers.
Conservation priorities for legislative session
Among the likely many items that are under discussion at this year’s legislative session are a handful of conservation items, some are years in the making but some are new, such as attention on data centers. The Georgia Conservancy is following along, lobbying for those bills that protect land and water and working on behalf of Georgia’s natural environment.
Georgia lawmakers seek more regulation of drones
Drones would be subject to more restrictions under a couple of pieces of legislation that passed the Georgia House of Representatives Friday.
Senate passes resolution regarding term limits on Congressional terms
A resolution that would pave the way for Georgia to join states calling for a Constitutional convention for proposing a congressional term limits amendment cleared the state Senate Thursday. After much debate, Senators passed SR 23, by Sen. Bill Cowsert, R-Athens, by a 34-18 vote.
Ga. House passes three tax relief measures
The Georgia House passed three key measures Tuesday that leaders say will provide “much-needed financial relief to Georgia’s hardworking taxpayers,” including property tax relief, motor fuel tax relief and tax relief related to hurricane recovery efforts.
Bill seeks to provide inflation relief for Georgia teachers
A newcomer to the Georgia State House, Rep. Tangie Herring, D-Macon, has introduced legislation that she says would provide inflation relief for teachers across the state.
Ruling a win for Sandersville Railroad in Hancock County
The Fulton County Superior Court has upheld a decision by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) allowing for the Sandersville Railroad Company to acquire land through eminent domain to construct a new spur in Hancock County.
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Drug trafficking investigation nets 11 arrests
Eleven people have been arrested on drug, gun, and other charges following an investigation into gang-related criminal activities in Middle Georgia.
Watch the June 15th Georgia Gang here!
The June 15th show opens with debate over violence and arrests during Brookhaven protests against illegal immigrant deportations, and what to expect next.
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Military Families Need Flexibility in Education
The men and women of our armed services already sacrifice tremendously for our country and shouldn’t have to worry that their kids aren’t getting the best education.
A Pair of Occupational Licensing Bills Give Legislature Opportunity to Support Workers
In this time of labor shortages and supply chain disruptions, now more than ever we need to make it easier for people to work. Two pieces of legislation being considered in the Georgia House of Representatives would reduce regulatory burdens and encourage Georgians to forge their own paths.
Vote on HB 932 putting refugees ahead of Americans
Many thanks to InsiderAdvantage for the excellent, detailed coverage of last year’s House Special Committee on “Innovative Ways to Maximize Global Talent” from D.A. King.
