ATLANTA (February 4, 2026) — On Monday, Sen. Clint Dixon (R–Mulberry) introduced Senate Bill 446, legislation that would codify Georgia’s participation in the federal school choice tax program. This program allows individuals to receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit of up to $1,700 per individual or $3,400 per couple, per year, for donations made to a Scholarship Granting Organization.
Continue reading “Sen. Clint Dixon Introduces Legislation Codifying Federal Income Tax Program”COLUMN: Hodges: Weeks Two & Three Under the Gold Dome
We are now well into the 2026 Legislative Session, and the work under the Gold Dome is moving quickly. Even with winter weather trying to slow things down, the Senate stayed on track and focused on delivering results for Georgians.
Continue reading “COLUMN: Hodges: Weeks Two & Three Under the Gold Dome”Sen. Donzella James and Rep. Terry Cummings to Host Second Annual City of Mableton Day at the Capitol
ATLANTA (January 30, 2026) — On Monday, February 2, Sen. Donzella James (D–Atlanta) and Rep. Terry Cummings (D–Mableton) will host the second annual City of Mableton Day at the Capitol.
There will also be a breakfast at 9 a.m. in room 125 of the Georgia State Capitol.
Continue reading “Sen. Donzella James and Rep. Terry Cummings to Host Second Annual City of Mableton Day at the Capitol”Sen. Jason T. Dickerson Introduces Legislation to Expand Housing Eligibility for Disabled Veterans
ATLANTA (January 29, 2026) — Earlier this week, Sen. Jason T. Dickerson introduced Senate Bill 429, legislation that would limit monthly income requirements for 100% totally disabled veterans seeking to qualify for housing. Known as the Housing for Heroes Act, the bill would prohibit landlords from requiring income levels exceeding twice a tenant’s monthly rent.
Continue reading “Sen. Jason T. Dickerson Introduces Legislation to Expand Housing Eligibility for Disabled Veterans”Sen. Brian Strickland to Hold Press Conference on Rio’s Law
ATLANTA (January 28, 2026) —Tomorrow, January 29, Sen. Brian Strickland will hold a press conference on his introduction of Rio’s Law, which would allow for the creation of special license plates for cars carrying occupants with autism.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: January 29, 2026
- Time: 9:30 a.m.
- Where: Georgia State Capitol, South Steps, 206 Washington St SW, Atlanta, GA, 30334
- Open to the Public: The event is open to the public. The committee meeting will be live-streamed on the Senate website here.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.
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Sen. Brian Strickland serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Judiciary. He represents the 42nd Senate District, which includes Morgan County and portions of Henry, Newton and Walton counties. He may be reached by phone at (404) 656-0508 or by email at Brian.Strickland@senate.ga.gov.
For all media inquiries, please reach out to SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.