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Waynesboro Truck Route opening after ribbon-cutting event

Contractors are set to open the newly constructed Waynesboro Truck Route to traffic on Friday, February 21, 2025.

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 20, 2025

House Democrats to discuss legislation repealing Georgia Promise Scholarship Act

Members of the House Democratic Caucus are set to address the media regarding House Bill 436, which seeks to repeal the Georgia Promise Scholarship Act.

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 20, 2025

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Georgia senator introduces bills supporting seniors and reducing care costs

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 20, 2025

Senator Jason Esteves has introduced a series of bills in Georgia aimed at reducing costs for seniors and ensuring they have the necessary resources to age with dignity.

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Georgia lawmakers pass hurricane tax relief bill

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 19, 2025

House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration and House Majority Whip James Burchett have expressed their approval following the passage of House Bill 223.

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Georgia leaders gather for literacy celebration at state capitol

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 19, 2025

State Representative Chris Erwin, Chairman of the House Education Committee, is set to participate in Georgia Reads Day at the Georgia State Capitol.

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Lane closures scheduled for I-20 eastbound near Old Mill Road

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 19, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced upcoming lane closures on I-20 eastbound as part of the CR 249/Old Mill Road Interchange Project.

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Rep. Ron Stephens to honor circus with house resolution

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 19, 2025

State Representative Ron Stephens of Savannah is set to present an official House Resolution to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.

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Duracell chooses Atlanta for global R&D headquarters creating over 100 jobs

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 19, 2025

Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Duracell will establish its new Global Headquarters for Research and Development at Science Square in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Georgia House approves key tax relief measures for citizens

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 18, 2025

Today, the Georgia House of Representatives approved several legislative measures aimed at providing financial relief to taxpayers in the state.

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Traffic impacts announced for I-285 and SR 400 from Feb.18-Feb.22

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 18, 2025

Traffic impacts are expected on I-285 and SR 400 from February 18 to February 22, 2025, due to planned construction activities.

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Georgia House passes bill offering property tax relief

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 18, 2025

State Representative Shaw Blackmon has praised the Georgia House of Representatives for passing House Bill 92, a legislative measure aimed at providing property tax relief to homeowners across the state.

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Orrock and Westbrook propose ending state funding for anti-abortion centers

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 18, 2025

Senator Nan Orrock and Representative Anne Allen Westbrook are set to announce new legislation aimed at prohibiting state funding for anti-abortion centers in Georgia.

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Rep. Kendrick plans meet-and-greet for tort reform discussion

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 18, 2025

State Representative Dar'shun Kendrick (D-Lithonia) will engage with community members in an upcoming meet-and-greet and informational session.

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Rep. Kendrick hosts Tech Demo Day highlighting women in AI

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 18, 2025

State Representative Dar'shun Kendrick is set to host Tech Demo Day at the Georgia State Capitol on March 13, 2025.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Georgia employers classified under the Information industry during 2024?

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 17, 2025

In 2024, 599 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Information industry located in Georgia, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Saira Draper to address CDC layoffs in upcoming press conference

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 17, 2025

State Representative Saira Draper of Atlanta is set to address the recent layoffs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in a press conference.

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Carl Gilliard to deliver keynote speeches across Georgia

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 17, 2025

State Representative Carl Gilliard, representing Savannah, is scheduled to deliver keynote speeches at three events in Georgia.

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Democratic legislators to discuss Section 504 lawsuit in Norcross

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 17, 2025

State Representative Long Tran from Dunwoody will be joined by fellow Democratic caucus members to hold a press conference regarding the Section 504 lawsuit.