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Investigation into Abrams-linked group could spark new campaign laws

Campaign finance violations linked to Stacey Abrams’ 2018 Democratic campaign for governor may inspire new legislation aimed at curbing illegal election funding.

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Crowded field vies for metro Senate seat in Nov. 18 special election

Six candidates are vying to complete the Senate term being vacated by former state Sen. Jason Esteves. The special election is Nov. 18.

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If Georgia drops income tax, will sales taxes rise?

How could Georgia eliminate its income tax? By relying more heavily on sales taxes to pay for government services, a survey of other states shows.

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Georgia State Election Board member raises money online for legal defense

A fundraiser has raised more than $30K for Georgia State Election Board member Janice Johnston's legal defense. Critics say it creates potential for conflicts of interest.

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Georgia parks raise parking fees — and more price hikes could be on the way

Georgia will boost state park entrance fees in January, and an audit suggests more price hikes could be coming.

Georgia women face geographic gaps in prenatal care

Fewer than half of Georgia's counties have a full-time OB-GYN, according to data analyzed by the AJC, and many women lack the time and money to make regular prenatal visits.

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Georgia state senator pushes for arrest of House lawyer

The House speaker’s general counsel Keith Williams blocked state Sen. Colton Moore from entering the chamber during a joint session, grabbing and pushing him to the ground.

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Georgia bill tracker: See the state’s new laws

From tax cuts to social media restrictions, track the noteworthy bills Georgia lawmakers are discussing and see how close they are to passing.

Your guide to the 2025 session of the Legislature

Here’s our guide to how the people of Georgia can participate in the legislative process, such as meeting their legislators and speaking on the issues that matter to them.

Issues to watch during the 2025 Georgia legislative session

Here are some of the top issues that the Georgia Legislature is likely to consider when it returns Jan. 13.

Georgia House speaker talks 2025 agenda, from trans sports to Medicaid expansion

Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns says the Legislature will study an Arkansas-style Medicaid expansion but isn't likely to take further steps.

New Georgia lawmakers vow to listen, learn as first session approaches

Georgia voters elected 22 new members of the General Assembly in November. Here are a few of their stories.

How to speak like a Georgia legislator

At the Georgia Legislature, they don't ask questions. It's a Parliamentary Inquiry. And the bills, the legislation, might be anywhere from a Simple Bill to a Christmas Tree.

AJC Politically Georgia Podcast

Join us every week for the most relevant news and analysis that define the world of politics. Hosted by Georgia’s best political team: The AJC’s Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy.

Cost of living tops concerns for candidates in Gwinnett County House race

Two Democrats and one Republican seek to replace former state Rep. Shelly Hutchinson, who resigned this summer to care for a family member.

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Husband of child services director fled DUI crash with kids in truck, GSP says

Authorities say the husband of Georgia's child protective services director had a blood alcohol level 4 times the legal limit when he left a crash with two kids in his truck.

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Planned Parenthood Southeast CEO pushes back on allegations

Former staffers have accused interim President and CEO Mairo Akpose of not supporting Planned Parenthood's stances on abortion and LGBTQ issue.

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Planned Parenthood Southeast board investigating interim CEO

A group of former and current Planned Parenthood Southeast staff and board members alleges that Mairo Akpose expressed views not in line with the organization's goals.

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Georgia has $14.6 billion in reserves. What to do with it?

State lawmakers could reduce taxes or try to cover program expenses passed down from federal cuts.

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Pro-Trump former state Rep. Vernon Jones runs for Georgia secretary of state

Vernon Jones, a former Georgia state representative who left the Democratic Party, is running for secretary of state as a Republican.

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5 Georgia Legislature seats Republicans could lose in 2026

There are five seats in the Georgia General Assembly where Democrats were within about 9 points of winning last year.

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State Election Board consumed by power struggles, political agendas

The State Election Board is mired in squabbles and political advocacy even after the Georgia Supreme Court rebuked the board for exceeding its authority.

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State agencies seek more than $1 billion in new spending

State agencies have asked for more than $1 billion in new funding next year amid uncertainty over the toll federal spending cuts will take on Georgia’s budget.

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Congressional battle over spending could doom funding for pet projects

The congressional battle over spending could erase funding for members' home-district projects, known as earmarks.