ATLANTA (April 1, 2026) — This week, the Senate agreed to the House substitute to Senate Bill 406, co-sponsored by Sen. Donzella James (D–Atlanta). Also known as the “Georgia Property Owners’ Bill of Rights Act,” this bill establishes new protections for property owners while increasing accountability for property owners’ associations across the state.
Continue reading “Sen. Donzella James Celebrates Final Passage of Legislation to Protect Georgia Property Owners”Senate Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte and Rep. Trey Kelley Announce Plans to Honor Larry Haney with Intersection Dedication
ATLANTA (March 27, 2026) — This week, Senate Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) announced plans to designate the intersection of SR 6/US-278 and Prospect Road in Polk County as the “Larry Haney Memorial Intersection” during the next legislative session. A lifelong resident of Rockmart, Larry Haney was a well-known local businessman who owned and operated Haney Farm & Ranch Supply, Haney Powersports, and Sidekicks Restaurant. He passed away Sunday morning, March 22, 2026, at the age of 73.
Continue readingCOLUMN: Hodges: Weeks Nine & Ten Under the Gold Dome
By: Sen. Mike Hodges (R–Brunswick)
With just days remaining in the 2026 Legislative Session before Sine Die on April 2, Republicans under the Gold Dome are in a full sprint to deliver on the promises we made to you. Every vote, every bill, and every late night is focused on defending your hard-earned money and preserving the conservative values that make Georgia the best place to live, work, and raise a family.
Continue reading “COLUMN: Hodges: Weeks Nine & Ten Under the Gold Dome”Sen. Randal Mangham to Host HBCU and Divine Nine Day at the Georgia State Capitol
ATLANTA (March 10, 2026) — On Thursday, March 12, Sen. Randal Mangham (D–Stone Mountain) will host Historically Black College and University (HBCU) and Divine Nine Day at the State Capitol. The event will also feature guest speakers on protecting the right to vote.
Continue reading “Sen. Randal Mangham to Host HBCU and Divine Nine Day at the Georgia State Capitol”COLUMN: Hodges: Crossover Week Under the Gold Dome
We have officially reached Crossover Day, one of our biggest milestones in the legislative session. This is the deadline for Senate bills to move to the House in order to remain eligible for consideration this year. Now the process begins again in the House, where lawmakers will carefully review, debate and vote on these proposals before they can move forward.
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