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Sen. Chuck Payne Celebrates Final Passage of Literacy Legislation

ATLANTA (April 24, 2026) — Today, Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton) celebrated the final passage of key legislation aimed at strengthening childhood literacy across Georgia. House Bill 1193, also known as the Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026, would direct Quality Basic Education funding for school-based literacy coaches to every K-3 public school statewide.

Both the House and the Senate approved the final budget for the 2027 Fiscal Year, which includes $70 million to implement HB 1193’s literacy initiative.

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Sen. Chuck Payne Applauds Veterans’ Legislation Reaching the Governor’s Desk

ATLANTA (April 14, 2026) — Today, Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton) celebrated the work of the Senate Committee on Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security for successfully advancing important legislation supporting Georgia’s veterans to the Governor’s desk for final consideration. The committee held numerous meetings throughout the 2025-2026 biennium, which concluded on April 2.

The Senate Committee on Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security primarily focuses on addressing the welfare of military personnel, protecting citizens from man-made or natural disasters, and streamlining emergency management procedures throughout the state. A veteran of the U.S. Army himself, Sen. Payne has served as chairman since January 2024 and prioritized expanding access to benefits and recognition for those who have sacrificed in service to the nation.

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Sen. Chuck Payne Supports Legislation to Streamline PFAS Lawsuits

ATLANTA (March 4, 2026) — Recently, Sen. Chuck Payne (R–Dalton) voiced his support for Senate Bill 577, also known as the “Coordinating PFAS Remediation Act,” sponsored by Sen. Sam Watson (R–Moultrie). SB 577 would centralize all PFAS-related lawsuits brought by Georgia state and local governments under state control, enabling the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) to bring all lawsuits related to PFAS contamination and distribute any settlement or judgment funds as needed.

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Sen. Payne Assumes Chairmanship of The Committee on Veterans, Military & Homeland Security

ATLANTA (Jan. 12, 2024) — Senator Chuck Payne (R-Dalton) proudly announces his appointment as Chairman of The Committee on Veterans, Military & Homeland Security. Building upon his successful tenure as Chairman of The Committee on Science & Technology, Senator Payne is ready to bring his leadership and expertise to new challenges in the realm of veterans, military, and homeland security.

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