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Cobb County District 2 commission seat now considered vacant

February 10, 2025 Community News

Cobb County officials now consider the District 2 commission seat vacant after flouting state law and doing a disservice to taxpayers.

Georgia Public Service Commission to start Integrated Resource Plan process

February 7, 2025 Community News

The Georgia Public Service Commission received Georgia Power’s filing for the utility’s 2025 Integrated Resource Plan on Jan. 31.

Georgia Senate passes bill to ban males from women’s sports

February 7, 2025 Community News

The Georgia State Senate has advanced a measure to ban biological males from participating in women’s sports across the state.

Georgia bill would bar state from using China-associated AI

February 6, 2025 Community News

A Georgia state senator has introduced legislation to bar the state from using artificial intelligence associated with the People’s Republic of China.

South Carolina AG urges sheriffs to partner with ICE on immigration enforcement

February 4, 2025 Community News

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson sent a letter today to the state’s 46 sheriffs encouraging them to work with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to perform some immigration enforcement efforts in their counties.

Georgia Senate to consider ‘simple’ bill to remove sovereign immunity for officials who flout state sanctuary ban

February 4, 2025 Community News

Georgia lawmakers have started considering a measure to increase penalties for Georgia sanctuary cities that flout state and federal laws.

Georgia lawmakers to consider Riley Gaines Act

February 4, 2025 Community News

Georgia leaders are considering a measure that would bar biological males from competing on sports teams designated for girls and women at every level.

Rep. Jordan Ridley Introduces Bill to Eliminate Title Ad Valorem Tax Fee Requirement for Inherited Vehicles

February 4, 2025 Community News

A Georgia lawmaker has introduced a measure to eliminate the title ad valorem tax fee requirement for some inherited motor vehicles.

Georgia officials announce school safety plan following September school shooting

February 4, 2025 Community News

Georgia officials have unveiled a comprehensive school safety plan that mandates statewide participation in a new student information-sharing and safety database and that penalties those who make terroristic threats.

Atlanta City Council passes measure to establish clear OIG protocols

February 3, 2025 Community News

The Atlanta City Council on Monday unanimously voted to advance legislation that establishes clear protocols for the Office of Inspector General.