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The General Assembly overwhelmingly passed legislation Thursday defining antisemitism and incorporating it into Georgia’s hate crimes law.

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Georgia’s New Antisemitism Bill: Here’s What It Means

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 26, 2024

🔍 The Gist: Legislation for a new city named Mulberry in northeastern Gwinnett County, Georgia, has sparked a mix of support and opposition. Advocates highlight local control over planning and zoning, while critics fear it could disrupt Gwinnett County's service delivery and existing city agreements.

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Mulberry: Gwinnett’s Potential 17th City Spurs Debate

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 24, 2024January 24, 2024

There isn’t time to remove QR codes from paper ballots in Georgia, as Republican legislative leaders have proposed, before this year’s elections, GOP Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said Wednesday.

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QR Codes Will Remain on Georgia Ballots This Year

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 21, 2024January 20, 2024

Democratic state lawmakers are trying to keep former President Donald Trump’s name off of all Georgia ballots.

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Georgia Lawmakers Want Trump’s Name Off the Ballot

by Donna Lowry | GA TodayJanuary 19, 2024January 19, 2024

House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration, R-Auburn, and state Sen. Clint Dixon, R-Gwinnett, announced legislation, Senate Bill 333, to create Mulberry, saying a study from Atlanta-based KB Advisory Group found that the city would be "financially feasible" without implementing a city property tax. Efstration's office retained KB Advisory Group to analyze the potential fiscal feasibility of the new city.

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A New City in Gwinnett County? What We Know About Mulberry

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareJanuary 13, 2024

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Georgia Lawmakers Want to Hold Social Media Companies Accountable for Cyberbullying

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 12, 2024January 12, 2024

🌟 The Gist: If you're in Laurens County and want to make a real difference in your community, the 2024 county elections are your chance to step up. Here’s the lowdown on the qualifying fees for the various county offices.

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Want to Run for Office in Laurens County? Here’s What You Need to Know

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 11, 2024January 11, 2024

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WATCH: Here’s What Brian Kemp Said During His 2024 State of The State Address

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 11, 2024January 11, 2024

🔑 The Gist: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp recently outlined a comprehensive plan for Georgia's economic development, emphasizing job creation, healthcare workforce expansion, right-to-work policies, and substantial infrastructure and education investments.

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Kemp Unveils Bold Economic and Educational Blueprint for Georgia’s Future

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 10, 2024January 10, 2024

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Will Georgia Lawmakers Tackle Swatting After Several Elected Officials Were Victims?

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareJanuary 9, 2024January 9, 2024

Each year, a crucial event known as the legislative session unfolds at the state capitol, profoundly impacting the lives of Georgia residents. But what exactly is this session, and why should you, as a Georgia resident, care?

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What Is the Legislative Session in Georgia and Why Should You Care About It?

by Kelly PostJanuary 9, 2024January 9, 2024

🌐 The Gist: Richard Rhinehart, Roswell's Chief Operating Officer, has resigned to pursue consulting opportunities. The change comes during what has been a rocky period at City Hall..

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Roswell’s Chief Operating Officer Has Resigned: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 8, 2024January 8, 2024

Georgia lawmakers from both parties have been meeting over the break to discuss how the state should react to the rapidly evolving technology. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones presiding over the Senate in 2023. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder

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Georgia Lawmakers Are Back at It: Here’s how They Will Be Spending Their Time and Your Money

by Jill Nolin | Georgia Recorder and Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderJanuary 8, 2024January 8, 2024

State Sen. Mike Dugan, R-Carrollton, is running for the U.S. House seat in Georgia's 3rd Congressional District being vacated by Rep. Drew Ferguson.

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State Senator Mike Dugan to Run for U.S. House Seat in Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 6, 2024January 6, 2024

📅 The Gist: State Representatives Jordan Ridley and Charlice Byrd have scheduled a town hall meeting in Woodstock to discuss the upcoming 2024 legislative session and gather community feedback.

Town Hall Alert: Woodstock’s Chance to Shape State Laws

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 5, 2024January 5, 2024

U.S. District Judge Steve Jones, the same jurist who upheld state’s new congressional and legislative district maps last week, declared Tuesday that True the Vote’s actions did not constitute illegal voter intimidation as alleged by Fair Fight Action, the voting rights group founded by Democrat Stacey Abrams.

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Judge rejects voter intimidation charges against conservative group in Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 3, 2024January 3, 2024

Jones found Thursday that all three maps added majority-Black opportunity districts in the areas he identified in October, when he found that the maps drawn by the Legislature in 2021 diluted Black voting power.

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We Have A Map: Federal judge approves Georgia’s new congressional and legislative districts

by Sarah Kallis | GPBJanuary 2, 2024January 2, 2024

📰 The Gist: Governor Brian Kemp announced a $1,000 bonus for the state's 308,000 state employees and educators in Georgia, along with significant funding for school safety measures.

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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Gives $1,000 Bonus to Teachers and State Employees

by Thom ChandlerDecember 18, 2023December 18, 2023