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Georgia AI, social media bills target internet safety Georgia lawmakers have introduced several bills this legislative session to deal with the impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) and social media. Although some pieces of legislation will make it past Crossover Day, others aren’t so lucky. Senate Bill 398 would make “virtual peeping” a felony and punishable by up to 10 years in prison. “Virtual peeping” refers to the use of AI […]
Georgia Democrats push Constitutional Amendment for progressive tax A group of Georgia Democrats introduced a resolution in the Georgia House that would fundamentally change taxation in the state. State Rep. Gabriel Sanchez, D-Smyrna, sponsored House Resolution 1504 that would amend the Georgia Constitution to establish a progressive individual income tax system. “We've been having a lot of conversations, as you're aware, at this session about taxes, but it seems like […]
Kemp signs amended 2026 budget with $2B in tax relief Gov. Brian Kemp signed the amended budget at the state Capitol Tuesday for the 2026 fiscal year. Kemp touted the income and property tax relief that the budget includes as well as the funding set aside for state employees, such as teachers and law enforcement. “This isn't the government's money, it is the people of Georgia's money. So I am […]
Georgia Supreme Court justices face challengers in May 19 election Two left-leaning attorneys have decided to challenge two sitting Georgia Supreme Court justices in the upcoming elections. Former state Sen. Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin announced their campaigns in Liberty Plaza last week across from the state Capitol. Jordan is challenging Presiding Justice Sarah Hawkins Warren while Rankin will go up against Justice Charlie Bethel. Both justices were appointed in […]
Georgia Democrats push bills to encourage student civic participation Georgia Democrats held a press conference Tuesday announcing the Student Civic Participation and Encouragement Act, or House Bill 1239. State Rep. Bryce Berry, D-Atlanta, said the bill allows students to have two days each year to miss class to engage in civic activity. “When we were children, many of us were told something simple. Speak up. Stand up for what you […]
Georgia Capitol honors Original 33 with planned memorial, awards Atlanta leaders and state lawmakers gathered at the Georgia State Capitol Wednesday to honor the service and sacrifice of the Original 33. The Original 33 refers to the first 33 African American legislators elected to the Georgia General Assembly in 1868. State Rep. Carl Gilliard, D-Savannah, introduced House Bill 303, also known as the Original 33 Memorial Act, during the 2025 […]
Georgia House passes sweeping education, school safety bills Georgia House Republicans announced a package of legislation that passed this week dealing with education and literacy among Georgia’s students. “We're proud of things that went on today and it's certainly a great day for the students and the educators, our families and communities all across this great state,” said Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns at a news conference. “Today, this Georgia […]
Lynn Smith to retire after 30 years under Georgia’s Gold Dome State Rep. Lynn Smith, R-Newnan, announced her retirement Monday ending a 30-year career under the Gold Dome. Smith represents House District 70 and was first elected in 1996. She said she will complete her term through November’s elections. “I’m incredibly proud of how we’ve worked to improve Georgia’s prosperity and quality of life while also protecting the state’s beauty, […]
Georgia bill would bar candidates with state contracts from office A Republican lawmaker introduced a bill last week that would bar certain people from running for public office. The move came shortly before a judge ruled in favor of Republican Rick Jackson, whose lawsuit alleged that Lt. Gov. Burt Jones’ access to campaign funds gave him an unfair advantage in the race for governor. Both Jackson and Jones have announced […]
National morning drive radio and television star Stephanie Miller hosts The Stephanie Miller Show, reaching over six million listeners weekly on satellite and terrestrial radio, simulcast on FreeSpeech TV. A ratings powerhouse who dominated at KABC, KFI, and stations in New York and Chicago, she's been ranked on Talkers Magazine's "Heavy Hundred" for over a decade and won their Woman of the Year Award. Her sold-out Sexy Liberal Comedy Tour became the fastest-selling comedy tour in history, earning three Pollstar nominations and producing America's #1 comedy album. Praised by Rachel Maddow as "the high priestess of excellent liberal talk" and by Carol Burnett as "the Carol Burnett of radio," this Liberal icon—ironically the daughter of Barry Goldwater's 1964 VP running mate—is known as "The Voice of The Resistance."
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