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Georgia bill would expand access to plug-in residential solar

Georgia bill would expand access to plug-in residential solar A new bill was introduced in the Georgia House last week that could make it easier for Georgians to use solar power. State Rep. Imani Barnes, D-Tucker, introduced House Bill 1304, also known as the Georgia Residential Solar Access Act. It has been moved to the Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications Committee. The bill would increase accessibility and ease utility restrictions on […]

todayFebruary 25, 2026 6

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Georgia lawmaker introduces sweeping waste reduction bill

Georgia lawmaker introduces sweeping waste reduction bill While many Georgia lawmakers are looking at affordability issues, one has proposed legislation that will address environmental issues. State Rep. Eric Bell, D-Jonesboro, has introduced House Bill 1237, the Pollution Prevention and Producer Responsibility Act of 2026. “If you want cleaner communities, if you want access to more jobs, higher paying jobs, if you want to preserve the environment whether it's the air […]

todayFebruary 20, 2026 8

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Georgia House Democrats roll out bipartisan package to boost affordable housing

Georgia House Democrats roll out bipartisan package to boost affordable housing Georgia House Democrats introduced legislation Monday to address affordable housing concerns in the state. State Reps. Mary Margaret Oliver, D-Decatur, and Phil Olaleye, D-Atlanta, along with others, introduced a package of bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding housing supply, protecting tenants and encouraging affordable housing development, according to a news release. “We know Georgians are struggling with housing costs, and […]

todayFebruary 11, 2026 5 1

Linda Carpenter-Grantham advocates for Eric's ID Law at a news conference at the Georgia Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
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Georgia lawmakers propose bills to protect people with disabilities during police encounters

Georgia lawmakers propose bills to protect people with disabilities during police encounters Georgia lawmakers held a news conference Wednesday to introduce two pieces of legislation that aim to protect people with mental or physical disabilities. State Sen. Donzella James, D-Atlanta, introduced Senate Bill 419, or “Eric’s ID Law,” which would allow people with physical or mental disabilities that are not immediately obvious or visible to request a symbol to go […]

todayJanuary 30, 2026 125

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Georgia lawmakers weigh limits on data centers amid growing local backlash

Georgia lawmakers weigh limits on data centers amid growing local backlash Georgia lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have turned their attention to data centers as the state becomes one of the country’s top markets for the industry. However, residents have turned a sharp eye towards data centers citing pollution and utility usage as a main deterrent. “That could easily be a decade worth of construction and noise and […]

todayJanuary 26, 2026 126 1

Homeless encampment under a bridge on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail along the Allegheny River. The encampments are a problem in the area as the trail is popular with walkers, runners and bikers. Unrecognizable people seen in background. This section of the trail is near downtown and PNC Park.
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Atlanta presses Fulton County over funding shortfall for homelessness services

Atlanta presses Fulton County over funding shortfall for homelessness services Atlanta and Fulton County leaders gathered last week at the Beacon on Cooper, an upcoming rapid housing development in South Atlanta, to address the issue of homelessness. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens addressed Fulton County’s admittance in December that it does not have the promised funds to cover the cost of services, according to Georgia Public Broadcasting. “Health and Human Services […]

todayJanuary 21, 2026 7 1

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Kemp proposes $2B in tax cuts, rebates in final State of the State

Kemp proposes $2B in tax cuts, rebates in final State of the State Gov. Brian Kemp announced plans Thursday to put more than $2 billion back in the pockets of Georgians through tax cuts and rebates. At his final State of the State address, Kemp proposed a plan to rebate $1.2 billion in income taxes this year, meaning single filers would receive up to $250 and married couples filing jointly […]

todayJanuary 16, 2026 5 1

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Mike Collins defends aide amid ethics probe, misconduct allegations

Mike Collins defends aide amid ethics probe, misconduct allegations U.S. Rep. Mike Collins stands by a long-time aide who has stirred up controversy in Georgia. Brandon Phillips, now the senior policy advisor of Collins, faces allegations of misusing taxpayer funds and a history of violent behavior. Collins is running for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Sen. Jon Ossoff. He told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he has no […]

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Georgia Democrats push bills to limit ICE, Guard operations in the state

Georgia Democrats push bills to limit ICE, Guard operations in the state Georgia Democrats started the second day of session with a stream of proposed legislation to attempt to rein in federal immigration enforcement in the state. “As this regime has sought to build a wall against progress, the progress of achieving America’s values and ideals, we must build a wall against (President Donald Trump),” said Senate Minority Leader Harold […]

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