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State Rep. Bryce Berry, D-Atlanta, answers questions Feb. 24 about the Student Civic Participation and Encouragement Act, or House Bill 1239, at the Georgia State Capitol. Credit: Georgia House Press Office livestream.
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Georgia Democrats push bills to encourage student civic participation

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 […]

todayFebruary 27, 2026 140

Screenshot of a news conference with Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns at the podium
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Georgia House passes sweeping education, school safety bills

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 […]

todayFebruary 26, 2026 8

School children sitting at desks with arms up to answer question, enthusiasm, knowledge, participation
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Georgia lawmakers weigh bills to tackle teacher shortage

Georgia lawmakers weigh bills to tackle teacher shortage Although Georgia public schools kept 90% of their educators last year, concerns remain about long-term retention rates with around 6,000 vacancies statewide. Lawmakers are looking at ways to increase retention rates and reduce the teacher shortage this legislative session, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Here are some pieces of legislation that might impact the shortage. House Bill 372, from the 2025 legislative […]

todayFebruary 19, 2026 2

School children sitting at desks with arms up to answer question, enthusiasm, knowledge, participation
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Georgia Republicans roll out childcare, Pre-K bills to support families

Georgia Republicans roll out childcare, Pre-K bills to support families Georgia Republicans held a news conference last week to announce a package of legislation to support Georgia families.  “Every family deserves a chance to thrive, but for many working parents across our state, the cost of childcare is forcing them to make difficult decisions between remaining in the workforce and staying home,” said Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns. The initiative […]

todayFebruary 10, 2026 4

School children sitting at desks with arms up to answer question, enthusiasm, knowledge, participation
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Most Georgia parents support banning cell phones in high schools, survey finds

Most Georgia parents support banning cell phones in high schools, survey finds The topic of cell phones in schools has been frequented by lawmakers in the past two legislative sessions.  Georgia’s public elementary and middle schools started implementing a ban on cell phone use during the school day this year, and lawmakers are considering a ban for high school students as well. Emory University conducts an annual survey of Georgia […]

todayFebruary 3, 2026 10

Environmental Protection Agency Headquarters Building in Washington DC
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Few Georgia schools opt in to EPA-funded lead testing for water pipes

Few Georgia schools opt in to EPA-funded lead testing for water pipes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has offered to pay for schools and childcare facilities to test for lead in their pipes, but many schools in Georgia have been slow to accept the offer. Around 17% of public schools in Georgia have opted in for testing and about 3% of childcare facilities, according to RTI International. Compare that to […]

todayJanuary 28, 2026 25 1

Atlanta, GA, USA - December 10, 2020: Photo of Georgia State University Building campus Atlanta GA
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Students walk out across Georgia to protest immigration raids and ICE actions

Students walk out across Georgia to protest immigration raids and ICE actions Students took part in a walkout Tuesday at several Georgia universities and two high schools. Around 100 students gathered at Georgia State University Library Plaza to protest federal immigration raids and actions by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement, according to Georgia Public Broadcasting. Logan Castillo, a freshman at GSU, told GPB that having a walkout was a great way […]

todayJanuary 23, 2026 129

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Kemp backs needs-based college aid, proposes major investment in DREAMS scholarships

Kemp backs needs-based college aid, proposes major investment in DREAMS scholarships Gov. Brian Kemp announced his support for needs-based financial assistance for college students in Georgia at his final State of the State Address last week. “In this era of high prices and new challenges for those graduating from high school, we also recognize the advantage need-based financial assistance can give to those who would not otherwise be able to […]

todayJanuary 20, 2026 9

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Trump administration delays student loan wage garnishment amid Georgia lawsuit

Trump administration delays student loan wage garnishment amid Georgia lawsuit After a threat at the end of 2025 to start garnishing wages, the Trump administration reversed course Friday announcing a delay in the procedure. President Donald Trump’s administration said in December that it was planning on garnishing wages of default borrowers near the start of 2026. However, the U.S. Department of Education released a statement Friday announcing a delay in […]

todayJanuary 20, 2026 5 1