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Money, budget, more: Inside Week 1 of Georgia’s 2020 legislative session

January 13, 2020 - Atlanta - The halls were alive with the sounds of lawmakers and lobbyists as the Georgia General Assembly started its 2020 session amid a backdrop of an election year. Bob Andres / bandres@ajc.com

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January 13, 2020 - Atlanta - The halls were alive with the sounds of lawmakers and lobbyists as the Georgia General Assembly started its 2020 session amid a backdrop of an election year. Bob Andres / bandres@ajc.com
By Bria Felicien
Jan 21, 2020

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC statehouse veteran James Salzer recap the first week of the 2020 legislative session and break down the budget proposal Gov. Brian Kemp introduced and a fast-moving tax bill.

Plus, Salzer explains why this session will be the more interesting than years prior, when it comes to the budget. What do you want to see from the Politically Georgia podcast in 2020? Have thoughts or comments? Email podcasts@ajc.com to give your feedback.

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