State Representatives Mike Cheokas and Matt Reeves are set to hold a press conference to discuss three statewide tax referendums. The event will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 1 p.m. It will be held both in-person at One Sugarloaf Centre in Duluth, Georgia, and virtually via Zoom.
Governor Brian P. Kemp has announced that American International Group, Inc. (AIG) will establish a new innovation hub in DeKalb County, Georgia. This expansion is set to triple AIG's current office space in the Atlanta area and create over 600 new jobs within five years.
State Representative Mike Cameron expressed his support for Governor Brian Kemp's proposal to provide a $1 billion income tax refund to Georgia residents. The announcement was made at the Capitol, where Rep. Cameron stood alongside Gov. Kemp, House Speaker Jon Burns, and other legislators.
With $342,268 in home loans issued, Georgia ranked 29th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.
Senator Derek Mallow of Savannah has expressed his sorrow over a tragic incident that occurred on Sapelo Island during the annual Sapelo Cultural Day celebration. The event resulted in the deaths of seven individuals and injuries to others.
The Senate Study Committee on Access to Affordable Childcare will hold its second meeting on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The session will be chaired by Sen. Brian Strickland (R–McDonough) and is scheduled to take place at the Shaquille O’Neal Boys & Girls Club of Henry County in McDonough, Georgia.
State Representatives Viola Davis, Kim Schofield, and Sandra Scott visited Sapelo Island on October 21, 2024. They were responding to a ferry dock gangway collapse that resulted in the deaths of seven people during a celebration of the Gullah-Geechee community. The representatives met with Georgia Legislative Black Caucus Chairman Carl Gilliard to discuss safety measures and call for an investigation.
Governor Brian P. Kemp, alongside First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Speaker of the House Jon Burns, and members of the Georgia General Assembly, has announced a plan to issue a third special tax rebate to Georgia taxpayers. This initiative aims to return over $1 billion through one-time refunds similar to previous ones: $250 for single filers, $375 for head-of-household filers, and $500 for married couples filing jointly.
The Senate Study Committee on Veterans’ Mental Health and Housing is set to convene for its fourth meeting on Tuesday, October 29, at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will take place at the Coverdell Legislative Office Building in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Senate Advancing Forest Innovation in Georgia Study Committee will convene for its third meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The session will take place at the Delta Airlines Headquarters located at 1030 Delta Blvd, Hapeville, GA. This meeting is chaired by President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy (R–Macon).
On October 21, 2024, Georgia's Speaker of the House, Jon Burns, sent a letter to key federal leaders requesting emergency relief funds for southeastern states affected by recent severe weather. The request was made to Speaker of the United States House of Representatives Mike Johnson, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Members of Georgia’s Congressional Delegation were also addressed.
The Technology and Infrastructure Innovation Subcommittee on Artificial Intelligence, led by State Representative Brad Thomas, is set to convene its upcoming meeting on October 23, 2024. The session will take place at the University of Georgia Iron Horse Plant Sciences Farm in Watkinsville, Georgia.
On October 19, 2024, Senator Donzella James was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Recognition Award at the Pan-African American Leadership Awards ceremony in Atlanta. The event honored her long-standing service to Georgia.
Today, Senator Mike Hodges of Brunswick addressed the recent tragic incident on Sapelo Island that occurred during the Cultural Day celebration. In his statement, he expressed sorrow over the loss of seven lives and extended condolences to their families and those injured.
As Georgia residents prepare to vote, attention is being drawn to the proposed constitutional amendments on this year's ballot. These amendments, which have the potential to alter the state constitution, are crucial decisions that only voters can make.
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) has named Senator John Albers as the 2024 Legislator of the Year. This recognition is awarded annually to elected officials who show leadership in advancing Georgia's technology sector. TAG, known as the state's largest technology trade association, acknowledges individuals who contribute significantly to fostering the tech ecosystem in Georgia.
The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 6,178 home loans totaling $2.1 billion in Georgia during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.
On October 23, 2024, Senate Majority Leader Steve Gooch will hold a school safety roundtable at the University of North Georgia. The event is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. at the university's Convocation Center located in Dahlonega.
The Senate Subcommittee on Homeowners Associations is set to conduct its second hearing on Tuesday, October 22nd, at 9:00 a.m. The session will be chaired by Senate Rules Chairman Matt Brass (R–Newnan) and will take place at the State Capitol in Atlanta.
State Representative Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah), who chairs the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, has announced the African Diaspora Day event scheduled for Monday, October 21, 2024. The event will commence at 9 a.m. at the Georgia Ports Authority in Savannah, Georgia.