The Georgia General Assembly has 40 days to pass bills, and following that, the governor has 40 days to decide if they will become law. That process ended May 7, 2024, and Gov. Brian Kemp chose to veto 12 bills and signed the...more
On Jan. 8, 2024, the Georgia General Assembly commenced a new legislative session. A year ago, when the General Assembly met, it welcomed a new House speaker, a new lieutenant governor, and over 50 new legislators. With all...more
State Budget -
The first session of the 157th General Assembly is underway. Among the most important developments garnering attention the past two weeks, were Gov. Brian Kemp’s proposed budgets and budget amendments for...more
On April 4, 2022, Georgia wrapped up its 2022 legislative session. Although 2022 is shaping up to be a hotly contested election year, the General Assembly was able to produce a meaningful and consequential session....more
Continuing the trend from 2020, Georgia is predicted to have an active and expensive election cycle next year. With some big offices, big names and even bigger stakes on the ballot in 2022, Georgia is certain to be a...more