Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that he has joined the American Governors' Border Strike Task Force. In the absence of federal leadership, states are partnering together to create the American Governors’ Border Strike Force to …
Columbus, GA – On Monday, April 18, 2022, Governor Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp and local, state, and federal leaders, signed the first military retirement income tax exemption in Georgia history (HB 1064); a bill that expedites licenses for …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced a new chair for the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission. Sid Johnson is now serving as chair - effective April 18, 2022 “I want to thank Dr. Christopher Edwards for his dedicated service at …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, legislators, and other special guests, today signed his administration's Georgia Grown Farm to Food Bank legislation (SB 396), the Freedom to Farm Act (HB 1150), and a bill to …
Atlanta, GA – The State of Georgia’s net tax collections for March totaled $2.76 billion, for an increase of $862.9 million, or 45.5 percent, compared to March 2021, when net tax collections approached $1.90 billion. Year-to-date, net tax collections …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp and two of his daughters, state constitutional officers, legislators, and other special guests, yesterday signed the Georgia Constitutional Carry Act (SB 319) and a license reciprocity …
Atlanta, GA – Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp were joined by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) this morning to unveil a new children’s book. The book, "Hey Georgia" was inspired by First Lady Marty …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that sustainability-focused Ecopol, a European leader in the production of biodegradable PVA film, will invest more than $38 million and create 130 new jobs at the company’s first North American facility …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Norma Precision Ammunition, a subsidiary of the leading European ammunition manufacturer RUAG Ammotec, has established its U.S. headquarters, manufacturing site, and warehousing and distribution …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), today announced that through the third quarter of fiscal year 2022 (July 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022), job creation and investments resulting …
Atlanta, GA – Today, Governor Brian P. Kemp issued a state of emergency in response to the damage caused by the severe storm system and tornadoes of April 5. Unless renewed by the Governor, the state of emergency will expire on Friday, April 15 at 11:59 PM …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today made the following statement on his administration's budget and legislative package to build a safer, stronger Georgia crossing the finish line on Sine Die: Last night, we made history when we closed the books …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that he has appointed Stacey S. Jackson to fill the Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit District Attorney vacancy. Pythias “Pete” Temesgen has also been appointed to the State Court of Muscogee County to fill …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp and their three daughters, Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan, Speaker David Ralston, members of the House and Senate, and mental health advocates, today signed the Mental Health Parity Act ( …
Atlanta, GA – In case you missed it, Governor Brian P. Kemp is making good on promises to provide relief for hardworking Georgians and build a safer, stronger Georgia. On March 18th, Governor Kemp signed legislation to temporarily halt the state gas tax …
ATLANTA, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp, joined by leaders and members of the Multi-Agency Crime Suppression Unit (Crime Suppression Unit), today provided updated figures and remarks regarding the unit’s success throughout its first …
Atlanta, GA – Yesterday, personal finance outlet WalletHub released a study titled “2022’s States with the Best and Worst Taxpayer ROI,” ranking taxpayer return on investment (ROI) based on the quality of services state residents received compared to their …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today signed House Bill 1302 providing a tax refund to all eligible Georgia taxpayers. "When government takes in more than it needs, I believe those dollars should be returned to the taxpayer, because that is your …
Atlanta, GA – In case you missed it, Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp are working to return money to hardworking Georgians and making transformational investments in education, public safety, healthcare, and more. On March 5, Governor Kemp …
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today signed HB 304 to temporarily suspend the state's excise tax on motor fuel sales. The law is now in effect and will remain in effect through May 31, 2022. Governor Kemp, in addition to Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan …
