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Rep. Imani Barnes to discuss school lunch program at Georgia State Capitol

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

State Representative Imani Barnes from Tucker has announced a press conference to discuss the Healthy Start Act.

FOIA Request Sent to Elbert County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Elbert County Election Department Regarding Information of Candidates Running in the Upcoming Spring Election on February 5, 2025.

Rep. Holt Persinger backs new comprehensive school safety legislation

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

State Representative Holt Persinger from Winder will be sponsoring a school safety plan, which is considered a legislative priority by House Speaker Jon Burns from Newington.

FOIA Request Sent to Dooly County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Dooly County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

Teddy Reese honored as legislator of the year by Georgia AKA Sorority

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

State Representative Teddy Reese of Columbus has been recognized as the 2025 Legislator of the Year by the State of Georgia chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. The announcement was made during the sorority's Day at the Capitol event in...

Kemp introduces bill to ban three-cueing system in schools

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

This week, Senator RaShaun Kemp from South Fulton introduced a new piece of legislation aimed at banning the use of the three-cueing system in educational materials for teaching reading.

Rep. Kendrick hosts Tech Demo Day highlighting women in AI

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

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

FOIA Request Sent to Twiggs County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Twiggs County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

GA Health Care Reform Group: ‘Most concerned with our chronically ill populations being harmed by PBM egregious practices’

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

Dorothy Leone-Glasser, Executive Director of Advocates for Responsible Care in Georgia, expressed concern over patients being "harmed by PBM egregious practices."

Governor Kemp announces new executive counsel appointments

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

Governor Brian P. Kemp has announced changes to his legal team, following the departure of Kristyn Long from her role as Executive Counsel.

Georgia lawmakers introduce bill to enhance school mental health services

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

State Representatives Sandra Scott, Viola Davis, and Kim Schofield have introduced House Bill 24, known as the School Behavioral Health Support Act.

Georgia legislators to host college tour press conference

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

Senator Ed Harbison is set to participate in a press conference for the 2025 College Tour.

Riley Gaines Act introduced to protect integrity of girls' sports

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

Speaker Jon Burns has announced a significant legislative priority for the 2025 session, known as the Riley Gaines Act.

Georgia Democrats launch college listening tour across state campuses

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

State Representative Teddy Reese, along with members of the Georgia House Democratic Caucus, is set to announce the launch of a College Listening Tour today.

Georgia bill proposes official recognition for collard greens and potlikka

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

Georgia State Representative Angela Moore has introduced House Bill 65, proposing to designate collard greens as the official state greens of Georgia and "potlikka" as the official state dipping sauce.

Kenya Wicks appointed deputy whip in Georgia's Senate minority caucus

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

Freshman Senator Kenya Wicks has been appointed as the Deputy Whip of the Senate Minority Caucus.

Rep. Dawson hosts open mic discussion for East Point residents

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

State Representative Robert Dawson will hold an open mic discussion for residents of East Point, Georgia.

Georgia senators propose amendment to protect abortion access

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 4, 2025

Senate Minority Leader Harold Jones II and Senator Sally Harrell are scheduled to hold a press conference on February 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Coverdell Legislative Office Building in Atlanta, Georgia.