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Parents, veterans and others benefit from new Georgia tax breaks

Here’s what you need to know about some the state’s new tax laws.

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Hurricanes, cornbread, farms and … film tax credits?

Georgia lawmakers went to great lengths to revive a tax credit for film and related industries.

Haven’t received your Georgia $500 tax refund yet? Don’t panic.

The Georgia Department of Revenue said Friday it has issued about 40% of the suplus refunds it expects to issue this summer.

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Mourners lay Georgia mother to rest after months spent on life support

Adriana Smith was remembered as a devoted mother and registered nurse who cared deeply for others.

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Republicans push for election skeptics to oversee Atlanta-area voting

The Republican Party is pushing for voter challengers and election skeptics to take over seats on election boards in Fulton and DeKalb counties in Georgia.

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Democrats invited AG Chris Carr to talk about Georgia’s abortion law. He declined.

Georgia Democrats mark the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade with a hearing. Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr declined to attend.

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Federal ruling adds heat to Georgia’s transgender care debate

In a 6-3 order issued Wednesday, the Supreme Court said banning minors from receiving certain treatments for gender dysphoria, the diagnosis given to most transgender people,

Resources

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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 in 2025.

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.

History of abuse will factor in sentencing some defendants under new Georgia law

Under the new law, defense attorneys will be allowed to enter evidence of their client’s abuse as their legal defense or to seek a lower sentence.

Still waiting for your $500 Georgia tax refund? Here’s how to check on it.

How to check if you are eligible for a an extra income tax refund in Georgia.

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Family announces birth of brain-dead Georgia woman’s son by C-section

The family of Adriana Smith, who’s been kept on life support since February because she was pregnant, announced the baby has been born via emergency cesarean section.

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Georgia considers boosts to some state pension plans

The House Retirement Committee on Monday agreed to authorize actuarial studies of the costs of eight bills affecting the pensions of various state employees.

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Family of Adriana Smith marks what would have been her 31st birthday

The pregnant Georgia woman has been on life support since February to allow her body to continue growing her fetus.

Offshore drilling threat resurfaces along Georgia’s coast

Trump administration seeks public comment in offshore oil and gas lease planning along the Outer Continental Shelf, including off the coast of Georgia.

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State senators admit to campaign finance violations

Georgia state Sens. Colton Moore, Freddie Powell Sims and Derek Mallow agreed to pay late fees and penalties for campaign finance violations.

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A skybridge at the state Capitol? Atlanta lawmakers say not in our air.

The Georgia Building Authority says it would make it easier to move between meetings. Atlanta preservationists say it would take away from the historic facade of the building.

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A big election with a tiny turnout: Few voters show up for Georgia PSC primary

Turnout in Georgia's statewide elections for the Public Service Commission is so low that several counties might close polling places for the runoffs.

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Georgia high court rejects election board rules for hand counts, inquiries

The Georgia Supreme Court determined the State Election Board didn't have the power to change several voting rules before last year's presidential election.