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Legislators honor Delta Sigma Theta Sorority's 112 years with House Resolution

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 9, 2025

State Representatives Viola Davis, Rhonda Burnough, Sheila Jones, Edna Jackson, Representative-Elect MeKyah McQueen, and Terry Cummings will introduce a House Resolution to honor Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for its 112 years of service.

Speaker Jon Burns outlines agenda for 2025 legislative session

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 9, 2025

House Speaker Jon Burns held a press conference at the Georgia State Capitol to discuss his priorities for the 2025 legislative session.

Katie Dempsey joins Georgia's Committee on Assignments under Speaker Jon Burns

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 9, 2025

State Representative Katie Dempsey has been appointed to the Committee on Assignments by House Speaker Jon Burns. Rep. Dempsey, who chairs the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Human Resources, expressed her gratitude for the appointment. “I am...

Child abuse cases rise significantly in South Georgia

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 8, 2025

As the state representative for House District 170, a call to action has been made regarding the rise of child abuse and neglect in Tift, Cook, and Berrien counties in South Georgia.

Georgia representatives release updated legislative summary highlighting past successes

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 8, 2025

State Representatives Viola Davis, Sandra Scott, and Kim Schofield have released an updated legislative summary and vision report for 2023-2025.

Georgia named best business climate by Site Selection Magazine

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 8, 2025

A recent survey by Site Selection Magazine has ranked Georgia as the top state for Best Business Climate, highlighting its favorable conditions for business development.

Georgia sees less property tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 7, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $219 million in property tax revenue for Georgia, a 2.7% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Georgia braces for winter storm; Gov. Kemp urges residents to prepare

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 7, 2025

Governor Brian P. Kemp has instructed state agencies in Georgia to prepare for an impending winter storm expected to affect the state later this week.

Governor Kemp announces $372 million budget recommendation for Georgia's prison system

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 7, 2025

Governor Brian P. Kemp, in collaboration with the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), has unveiled significant budget recommendations for the state's prison system.

Georgia speaker backs legislation on IVF protections amid new session

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 7, 2025

Today, Speaker Jon Burns from Newington released a statement expressing his continued support for legislation that aims to secure protections for in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments.

Georgia sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 6, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $3.8 billion in individual income tax revenue for Georgia, a 15.1% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Analysis: Georgia one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 6, 2025

An analysis by Peach Tree Times shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Georgia is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

Georgia's proposed strategies aim to reform school tax inequities

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 3, 2025

In a recent editorial series, the issue of tax inequities in Georgia's school system has been brought to light.

Tax distribution challenges in Georgia spark debate over fairness

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 2, 2025

Most taxpayers and voters in Georgia are unaware of how their property taxes are utilized.

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In Georgia, 462 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 1, 2025

Georgia registered 462 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Georgia receives 8 EDA grants totaling $1,695,000 for public works in 2023

By Peach Tree Times | Dec 31, 2024

Georgia received eight grants totaling $1,695,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

Senator Merritt honors late President Jimmy Carter's legacy

By Peach Tree Times | Dec 31, 2024

Today, Senator Nikki Merritt of Georgia expressed her condolences following the passing of former President Jimmy Carter.

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Georgia receives 4 EDA grants totaling $5,075,922 for planning in 2023

By Peach Tree Times | Dec 30, 2024

Georgia received four grants totaling $5,075,922 for planning in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

Joint appropriations subcommittees to meet at Georgia State Capitol

By Peach Tree Times | Dec 30, 2024

The Joint Appropriations Public Safety Subcommittees and the House Special Subcommittee of Appropriations on State Prisons are scheduled to convene their next meeting at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.