Office of the Governor Georgia Press Releases

• Published on May 15, 2023 - 17:00 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp: Anovion Technologies to Create Over 400 Jobs in Bainbridge, Invest $800M in Manufacturing Facility

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Anovion Technologies (Anovion), a supplier of premium synthetic graphite anode materials for lithium-ion batteries, will build a new manufacturing facility in Bainbridge. The project will create …

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• Published on May 12, 2023 - 17:50 GMT

  

  Read more about First Lady Marty Kemp Announces Appointment of Meredith Lackey to GRACE Commission

  Atlanta, GA – First Lady Marty Kemp today announced Governor Brian Kemp has appointed Meredith Lackey to the Georgians for Refuge, Action, Compassion, and Education (GRACE) Commission. Meredith will fill the seat vacated by Gene Rackley, who has served on …

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• Published on May 9, 2023 - 15:44 GMT

  

  Read more about April Net Tax Revenues Down 16.5%

  Atlanta, GA – The State of Georgia’s net tax collections for April totaled $4.19 billion for a decrease of $829.5 million, or -16.5 percent, compared to April 2022, when net tax collections totaled $5.01 billion. Year-to-date, net tax collections totaled $ …

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• Published on May 5, 2023 - 21:37 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation Creating Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission

  Savannah, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, members of the General Assembly, district attorneys and solicitors-general, and other local and state leaders, signed Senate Bill 92 today, establishing the Prosecuting Attorneys …

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• Published on May 5, 2023 - 21:37 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs FY24 Budget to Invest in Public Safety, Healthcare, the Workforce, and More

  Ellabell, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Hyundai Motor Group representatives, members of the General Assembly, state and local elected officials, and economic development partners from around the state, signed the Fiscal Year …

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• Published on May 3, 2023 - 14:11 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation Strengthening Healthcare Access, Supporting Healthcare Heroes, and Expanding ...

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Speaker Jon Burns, Department of Community Health Commissioner Caylee Noggle, Department of Human Services Commissioner Candice Broce, and Department of …

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• Published on May 2, 2023 - 21:57 GMT

  

  Read more about Shawanda Reynolds-Cobb Confirmed as Department of Juvenile Justice Commissioner

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Shawanda Reynolds-Cobb will become the permanent Commissioner of the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) after the Board of Juvenile Justice voted today to confirm her appointment. She had been serving …

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• Published on May 1, 2023 - 18:21 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Announces First Round of This Year's Special Tax Refund

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) announced today that the first round of surplus tax refund checks have been issued to Georgia filers. These refunds are a result of House Bill 162, passed by the General …

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• Published on April 28, 2023 - 20:46 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation to Bolster and Maintain Top-Tier Workforce Talent in Georgia

  Newnan, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, members of the Georgia General Assembly, education and workforce development representatives, and other local and state leaders, signed multiple bills today at a ceremony on the …

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• Published on April 26, 2023 - 18:18 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Public Safety and Anti-Gang Legislation

  Buford, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Attorney General Chris Carr, Colonel Chris Wright, Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Mike Register, and members of the General Assembly, …

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• Published on April 25, 2023 - 20:28 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation Cutting Red Tape for Women-, Minority-, and Veteran-owned Businesses

  Augusta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Rep. Soo Hong, Sen. Mike Hodges, local and state leaders, and representatives from the state’s business community, signed House Bill 128 into law today at a ceremony in Augusta. …

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• Published on April 25, 2023 - 20:28 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation to Support Georgia Veterans

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today signed HB 414, SB 21, and HB 175 into law, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Veterans Service (GDVS) Colonel Patricia Ross, Major General Tom Carden of the Georgia …

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• Published on April 18, 2023 - 22:04 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation to Support Georgia Agriculture

  Bainbridge, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today signed two bills that strengthen Georgia's No. 1 industry at a ceremony in Bainbridge, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, members of the General Assembly, and …

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• Published on April 18, 2023 - 14:22 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp: Creative Home Ideas to Invest $15 Million in Liberty County

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Creative Home Ideas, a YMF Company and design-house focused on home fashion, will create 70 new jobs and invest more than $15 million in a new distribution and light manufacturing facility in …

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• Published on April 14, 2023 - 16:54 GMT

  

  Read more about March Net Tax Revenues Decline 3%

  Atlanta, GA – The State of Georgia’s net tax collections for March totaled almost $2.68 billion, for a decrease of nearly $83 million or -3 percent, compared to March 2022, when net tax collections totaled $2.76 billion. Year-to-date, net tax collections …

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• Published on April 13, 2023 - 17:39 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Bills to Improve Literacy and Provide Resources for Safe and Healthy Learning Environments

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today signed several education bills into law in Savannah, including the Safe Schools Act (HB 147), SB 211, HB 538, HB 440, and SB 45. A key part of the governor's legislative agenda this year, the Safe Schools Act …

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• Published on April 12, 2023 - 13:21 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation Continuing First Lady Marty Kemp's Work to End Human Trafficking

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp was joined by First Lady Marty Kemp today to sign Senate Bill 42 (SB 42) into law. The bill, which passed both chambers of the Georgia General Assembly with overwhelming bipartisan support, builds upon the First Lady …

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• Published on April 11, 2023 - 18:49 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp Announces Judicial Appointments

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced his appointment of Brian Lake to the Superior Court of the Stone Mountain Judicial Circuit, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of the Honorable Mark Anthony Scott; Jessica Martin as Solicitor …

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• Published on April 11, 2023 - 13:08 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp: Seohan Auto Georgia Announces 180 New Jobs in Liberty County

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Seohan Auto Georgia, a developer and manufacturer of automobile parts, will create at least 180 new jobs and invest more than $72 million in a new manufacturing facility in Liberty County. “The …

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• Published on April 5, 2023 - 13:24 GMT

  

  Read more about Gov. Kemp: Life Sciences Manufacturer Meissner to Create 1,700 Jobs in Athens-Clarke County

  Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Meissner Corporation, an industry leader in advanced microfiltration and therapeutic manufacturing systems, will invest nearly $250 million in a new facility in Athens-Clarke County. The project …

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