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Ossoff introduces Postmaster General Reform Act

September 18, 2024 Capitol Beat

The U.S. postmaster general would be subject to term limits and Senate confirmation under legislation introduced Wednesday by Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga.

Georgia breaks tourism records in 2023

September 17, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia broke tourism records for the second consecutive year, officials said.

Georgia Sen. Matt Brass to lead senate subcommittee on homeowners associations

September 17, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia Senate Rules Chairman Sen. Matt Brass, R-Newnan, has appointed a Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations and will serve as its chair.

Sen. Matt Brass to Lead Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations

September 17, 2024 Official News Releases

Senate Rules Chairman Sen. Matt Brass (R–Newnan) has appointed a Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations, where he will serve as Chair.

Georgia school superintendent calls for school safety enhancements

September 16, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

As we reflect on the tragedy at Apalachee High School, it is crucial that we redouble our efforts to secure our schools and protect every student in our state.

Georgia lawmakers exploring actions on artificial intelligence

September 16, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are barnstorming their way through industries, and a Georgia study committee is looking into what actions lawmakers might take when they return to session in January.

Area Development magazine names Georgia best state for business for the 11th consecutive year

September 14, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Area Development magazine has named Georgia the No. 1 state for business for the 11th consecutive year.

If Georgia lawmakers tackle gun laws, how might it look?

September 13, 2024 Todd DeFeo

If Georgia lawmakers move to consider gun legislation in the wake of a shooting at Barrow County’s Apalachee High School, unsurprisingly, there is a clear partisan divide on what they might consider.

Georgia sends incorrect tax notices to 6,400 filers

September 13, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Georgia officials sent incorrect notices to 6,401 tax filers telling them they owned money when they did not, and state officials said they have fixed the problem moving forward.

Rep. Imani Barnes Commends Auditor’s Report Aligning with Safe Teens Act

September 13, 2024 Official News Releases

State Rep. Imani Barnes, D-Tucker, expressed her support for the findings in a recently released report from the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts, which aligns with the provisions of her proposed legislation, House Bill 914, also known as the Safe Teens Act.