2024 Georgia General Assembly Archives

Georgia corrections facilities study committee adopts final report

December 20, 2024 Community News

Georgia officials should leverage public-private partnerships to expand the capacity of the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Georgia committee adopts affordable childcare final report

December 13, 2024 Community News

The Georgia Senate Study Committee on Access to Affordable Childcare has unanimously adopted its final report and recommendations.

Georgia AI study committee wraps work

December 3, 2024 Community News

The Georgia Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence has adopted a series of recommendations, including that state agencies and local governments develop policies addressing AI’s ethical use.

Georgia lawmakers likely to consider litigation reform next year

October 9, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia lawmakers will likely address civil litigation when they return to Atlanta in January.

New hemp restrictions take effect in Georgia

October 3, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia Hemp Farming Act, which places public safety restrictions on hemp products manufactured and sold in Georgia, took effect this week.

Georgia governor signs Tybee Island nuisance law

April 9, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has signed a measure granting Tybee Island and other local governments in the state the authority to hold promoters of unpermitted events accountable for resulting costs.

Dolezal: Week 12 of the 2024 Georgia legislative session

April 3, 2024 Greg Dolezal

The 2024 Legislative Session has officially wrapped up, and from the get-go, Senate Republicans set ambitious goals for the session—to expand economic opportunities, fostering an educated workforce, and enhancing community safety, all aimed at ensuring the well-being of Georgians. I couldn’t be prouder of our accomplishments this session.

2024 Georgia General Assembly