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Kemp signs order to maintain moratorium on Georgia’s gasoline tax that expires on Sept. 12

August 3, 2022 Todd DeFeo

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed an executive order to extend a suspension of the state’s excise tax on motor fuel sales, which was set to expire next week.

Kemp to extend Georgia’s gas tax moratorium, possibly for another month

August 2, 2022 Todd DeFeo

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is poised to extend the state’s moratorium on its gas tax, The Center Square has confirmed.

Paris (Texas, was it?) is always a good idea

August 2, 2022 Todd DeFeo

There’s an old saying, something about Paris always being a good idea. I am not entirely certain, but I don’t think whoever said it was talking about Paris, Texas.

Gas prices falling in Georgia, but are still higher than the same time last year

August 1, 2022 Todd DeFeo

Georgia motorists continue to see a bit of relief as gas prices drop, but they remain higher than a year ago.

Georgia pension fund provides 1.5% cost of living adjustment to help retirees

August 1, 2022 Todd DeFeo

Retired Georgia state employees started receiving a 1.5% cost-of-living adjustment with their monthly benefit payment, which state lawmakers say is needed amid rising inflation.

Georgia officials unable to determine total amount spent on school supply program for teachers

July 29, 2022 Todd DeFeo

Georgia plans to give a $125 supplement to teachers in the state to offset the cost of classroom materials and ostensibly help students rebound from learning losses suffered amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Georgia Lottery raised $25.3B for educational purposes in last three decades

July 29, 2022 Todd DeFeo

The Georgia Lottery Corp. said it has raised more than $25.3 billion for education in Georgia since its inception nearly three decades ago.

Georgia Ports Authority had record freight volume in fiscal 2022 with 8% increase from 2021

July 28, 2022 Todd DeFeo

The Georgia Ports Authority saw a record freight volume during fiscal 2022, reporting an 8% increase in container volumes

Georgia non-adjusted unemployment numbers increase as economy dips into possible recession

July 28, 2022 Todd DeFeo

A week after reporting Georgia’s June seasonally adjusted unemployment rate hit an all-time low, new numbers show the state’s unemployment rate increased.

Georgia public schools rated poorly in quality and safety by new study

July 27, 2022 Todd DeFeo

Georgia’s public schools rank among the worst in the nation, according to a new analysis, which identified low spending as a root cause.