Georgia Senate advances bills to restrict gender-affirming care with some Democratic support
Georgia’s Senate passed two bills Monday that would ban most gender-affirming care for minors and people incarcerated in state prisons.
Georgia’s Senate passed two bills Monday that would ban most gender-affirming care for minors and people incarcerated in state prisons.
Georgia lawmakers consider easing one of the nation’s toughest death penalty laws
Last year, Georgia executed Willie James Pye, whose IQ was low enough to indicate that he was intellectually disabled, according to his lawyers.
Last year, Georgia executed Willie James Pye, whose IQ was low enough to indicate that he was intellectually disabled, according to his lawyers.
Georgia Republican-led Senate passes controversial Religious Freedom Bill
The Republican-led Georgia Senate passed a religious freedom bill Tuesday over the objection of Democrats who called the bill discriminatory and said it's bad for business.
The Republican-led Georgia Senate passed a religious freedom bill Tuesday over the objection of Democrats who called the bill discriminatory and said it's bad for business.
Georgia bill banning puberty blockers moves to House for vote
A Republican-backed bill (Senate Bill 30) that would make it illegal for doctors and hospitals to administer puberty blockers to transgender minors is now headed to the Georgia House for debate.
A Republican-backed bill (Senate Bill 30) that would make it illegal for doctors and hospitals to administer puberty blockers to transgender minors is now headed to the Georgia House for debate.
Georgia Senate bill to ban DEI programs advances to floor vote
A Georgia Senate bill that would formally ban Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in the state’s public schools is heading to the Senate floor for a vote.
A Georgia Senate bill that would formally ban Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in the state’s public schools is heading to the Senate floor for a vote.
Applications for new Georgia Promise Scholarship now open
A new scholarship program now open in Georgia could lead to more students choosing private schools for their education, and officials say thousands of families have already applied.
A new scholarship program now open in Georgia could lead to more students choosing private schools for their education, and officials say thousands of families have already applied.
Georgia lawmakers push for online sports betting legalization
State Rep. Marcus Wiedower, R-Watkinsville, is sponsoring legislation aimed at legalizing online sports betting in Georgia.
State Rep. Marcus Wiedower, R-Watkinsville, is sponsoring legislation aimed at legalizing online sports betting in Georgia.
Kelly Loeffler back in Georgia, planning big changes in new Trump admin role
Kelly Loeffler visited Georgia as the new Small Business Administrator for the first time on Monday.
Kelly Loeffler visited Georgia as the new Small Business Administrator for the first time on Monday.
Rep. Nikema Williams holds press conference about 'attacks on federal workers'
Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) held a press conference Monday morning to address what she calls attacks on federal workers and working families.
Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) held a press conference Monday morning to address what she calls attacks on federal workers and working families.
New Georgia Project faces federal labor complaint amid unionization dispute
The New Georgia Project, founded by Stacey Abrams, played a key role in turning Georgia blue during the 2020 presidential election.
The New Georgia Project, founded by Stacey Abrams, played a key role in turning Georgia blue during the 2020 presidential election.
Georgia bill to protect access to IVF treatment moves forward
Georgia lawmakers from both parties took a major step toward safeguarding access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments on Thursday.
Georgia lawmakers from both parties took a major step toward safeguarding access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments on Thursday.
State Senate kills proposal to put sports betting on Georgia ballot
The latest attempt to put sports betting and casino gambling on the ballot in Georgia has failed at the Capitol.
The latest attempt to put sports betting and casino gambling on the ballot in Georgia has failed at the Capitol.
Second part of Georgia governor’s bill to limit lawsuits passes unanimously
Gov. Brian Kemp’s top priority to limit lawsuits has drawn fierce criticism from Democrats.
Gov. Brian Kemp’s top priority to limit lawsuits has drawn fierce criticism from Democrats.
Nels Peterson named new chief justice of Georgia's Supreme Court
Georgia’s Supreme Court justices on Thursday unanimously elected a new top judge for the state.
Georgia’s Supreme Court justices on Thursday unanimously elected a new top judge for the state.
Riley Gaines Act advances: Georgia House passes controversial bill barring transgender athletes
The Georgia House passed House Bill 267, known as the Riley Gaines Act, with a 102-54 vote, aiming to bar transgender athletes from competing in female sports.
The Georgia House passed House Bill 267, known as the Riley Gaines Act, with a 102-54 vote, aiming to bar transgender athletes from competing in female sports.
'Jesus, Guns and Babies' candidate planning to run for Georgia Congress
Kandiss Taylor, a former Georgia gubernatorial candidate known for her “Jesus, Guns and Babies” slogan, has announced her 2026 bid for Congress.
Kandiss Taylor, a former Georgia gubernatorial candidate known for her “Jesus, Guns and Babies” slogan, has announced her 2026 bid for Congress.
City of Mulberry, Gwinnett County fight over services reaches Georgia Capitol
The mayor of Mulberry has claimed that Gwinnett County is attempting to stop the city from going forward with lawsuits, leadership no-shows, and canceled building permits.
The mayor of Mulberry has claimed that Gwinnett County is attempting to stop the city from going forward with lawsuits, leadership no-shows, and canceled building permits.
Georgia tenants demand rent control to fix housing affordability crisis
Renters and housing advocates gathered across from the steps of the Georgia State Capitol on Tuesday afternoon, calling for change as rent prices soar.
Renters and housing advocates gathered across from the steps of the Georgia State Capitol on Tuesday afternoon, calling for change as rent prices soar.
Fulton County judge rejects DA Willis' Bid to quash Senate committee subpoenas
A Fulton County judge has denied District Attorney Fani Willis’ request to dismiss or quash subpoenas issued by the Georgia Senate Special Committee on Investigations.
A Fulton County judge has denied District Attorney Fani Willis’ request to dismiss or quash subpoenas issued by the Georgia Senate Special Committee on Investigations.
Georgia Senate wants further boost to spending on Hurricane Helene relief
Georgia’s state Senate wants to boost spending on Hurricane Helene relief even more, including creating a grant program that could provide aid to individuals.
Georgia’s state Senate wants to boost spending on Hurricane Helene relief even more, including creating a grant program that could provide aid to individuals.