February 2023 – Sightseers' Delight

Georgia bills would allow ‘microenterprise’ home kitchens

February 28, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Georgia lawmakers have introduced legislation they say would allow “microenterprise operations” and home-based businesses to work out of home kitchens and in compliance with state law.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

FAA announces millions in grants for Georgia airport projects

February 28, 2023 Todd DeFeo

The feds announced nearly $10 million in funding for upgrades to a pair of Georgia airports.

Yes, New Jersey, there is a Central Jersey, bill says

February 27, 2023 New Jersey Monitor

The disputed existence of Central Jersey is one step closer to official government endorsement under a bill advanced by lawmakers Thursday that is intended to overhaul how the state attracts tourists.

DeSantis signs bill to strip Disney of self-governance privileges

February 27, 2023 The Center Square

The Walt Disney Company has officially lost its cozy relationship with Florida.

Business group says proposed bills would reduce frivolous lawsuits

February 24, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Proposed legislation would help reduce frivolous lawsuits, a Georgia business group says.

Policy group pushes to eliminate Georgia’s certificate of need program

February 24, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Americans for Prosperity-Georgia recently launched a six-figure campaign encouraging Georgia lawmakers to repeal the state’s certificate of need requirement.

A view of Chicago from the John Hancock Center on Jan. 16, 2016.

Group names Chicago, New Orleans as U.S. murder capitals

February 23, 2023 The Center Square

Chicago recorded 697 total homicides in 2022, far more than any other city in the United States, but New Orleans had the highest murder rate per capita, according to a new report from a nonprofit research group.

Burns comments on proposed mental health legislation

February 22, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

“As with last year’s bill, this year’s bill will be bipartisan.”

A sign at Glover Park in Marietta, Ga., on Aug. 16, 2020, urges visitors to wear masks and practice social distancing.

Georgia businesses needed PPP loans, but fraud rampant in federal program

February 20, 2023 Todd DeFeo

While business leaders say the Paycheck Protection Program was invaluable to businesses struggling to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s now clear the initiative was ripe for fraud.

Rubio to Biden: Time for Secretary Buttigieg to Resign

February 17, 2023 Official News Releases

The release of vinyl chloride and other chemicals into the air and ground surrounding East Palestine, Ohio raises serious environmental concerns and has long-term implications for the town and those living in the region.