ATLANTA (May 15, 2026) — Senate Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) today announced that Governor Brian P. Kemp has signed Senate Bill 540 into law, legislation that establishes safeguards for minors interacting with artificial intelligence systems while supporting continued innovation in Georgia’s growing technology sector.
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ATLANTA (May 15, 2026) — Senate Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) today announced that Governor Brian P. Kemp has signed House Bill 297 into law. This measure streamlines Georgia’s transportation governance structure by dismantling the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA) and reconstructing the Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority (ATL) into a single entity focused on efficiency and limited government.
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ATLANTA (May 12, 2026) — On Saturday, May 16,the City of South Fulton will hold a street dedication ceremony recognizing Sen. Donzella James (D–Atlanta) for her years of public service and community impact. She will be joined by city officials, fellow elected leaders, community partners and South Fulton residents as the street is formally designated in her honor.
MEETING DETAILS:
- Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m.
- Location: Corner of Pittman Road and Stonewall Tell Road, South Fulton, GA 30349
- This event is open to the public.
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. Donzella James serves as Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Urban Affairs. She represents the 28th Senate District, which includes portions of Cobb, Douglas and Fulton counties. She may be reached by phone at (404) 463-1379 or by email at Donzella.James@senate.ga.gov.
Sen. Billy Hickman Celebrates New Law Strengthening Teacher Retirement Benefits
ATLANTA (May 7, 2026) — Today, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Education and Youth Sen. Billy Hickman (R–Statesboro) celebrated Governor Brian P. Kemp signing Senate Bill 150 into law.
This measure extends a program that allows certain retired teachers with at least 30 years of service to return to full-time classroom teaching while continuing to receive retirement benefits through 2030. Further, the law would give local school systems greater flexibility to identify their highest-need subject areas and to protect retired teachers who are already hired from losing their positions if those needs change.
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ATLANTA (May 6, 2026) — Senate President Pro Tempore Larry Walker III (R–Perry) today praised the signing of House Bill 134, legislation designed to support Georgia’s forestry industry, drive innovation and provide targeted economic relief to rural communities impacted by recent mill closures.
Sponsored in the Senate by Sen. Walker, House Bill 134, known as the “Keep Georgia Forested Act,” creates new, transferable tax incentives for forestry manufacturers, helping businesses reinvest, expand and remain competitive in a challenging economic environment. The legislation builds on language previously carried by President Pro Tempore Walker and delivers a strategic response to job loss and supply chain disruptions following multiple mill closures across the state in 2025.
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