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21 hours ago
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State Rep. Derrick Jackson to join governor's race this week
Georgia state Rep. Derrick Jackson is set to join the governor's race this week. He said he will officially launch his 2026 campaign on Friday at Liberty Plaza at the Georgia State Capitol. Jackson has served in the Georgia General Assembly representing District 68 since 2017. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] He cites as his qualifications '22 years of selfless service in the military, 10 years of strategic leadership in corporate America, and his current impactful fifth term as State Representative. His 42 years of proven leadership are a testament to his extraordinary capabilities.' Jackson's Democratic primary bid follows his unsuccessful candidacy for lieutenant governor in 2022. He came in sixth in the Democratic primary, the Associated Press reports. RELATED STORIES: We now have 4 candidates running to be Georgia's next governor Jason Carter rules out running for GA governor as wife Kate battles brain cancer Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr plans to run for governor Jackson joins three other Democratic primary candidates: Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Georgia state Sen. Jason Esteves and Atlanta pastor Olu Brown. Prominent Democrat Jason Carter, former President Jimmy Carter's grandson, has chosen not to run for governor because his wife is being treated for brain cancer. A second prominent Democrat, Stacey Abrams, hasn't made her plans known yet, the Associated Press said. Republican incumbent Gov. Brian Kemp cannot run for governor again because of term limits. On the Republican side, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is running for governor. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
27-05-2025
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Doraville awarded $400,000 to build new public library as part of downtown redevelopment
A new public library is on its way to Doraville after the city was awarded $400,000 from the Georgia Public Library Service According to Doraville officials, the new library will be part of the city's downtown redevelopment project. As Channel 2 Action News previously reported, Doraville is set to bulldoze their current city center, including the police headquarters and city hall, to build a new one. The $400,000 comes from a Capital Outlay Grant funded by the Georgia General Assembly to support new library construction, full facility renovations and other additions to library infrastructure across Georgia, officials said. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: 'This is political punishment:' South Fulton mayor reacts to criminal trespassing charges Metro Atlanta mother says insurance will only cover fraction of son's international ATV accident Insurance Commissioner's office plans to hire more elevator inspectors after $4M budget shift State Sen. Jason Anavitarte said he was proud of the funding being secured, especially as a previous Doraville resident and member of the city council. City officials said the new library, once completed, will be "a modern library with a dedicated creator space," to accompany the other changes coming to downtown Doraville. 'Doraville is deeply grateful to the Georgia Public Library Service and to our legislative champions for securing this support for our city. This grant, combined with the $10 million bond Doraville has already secured, brings us one step closer to realizing our vision for a vibrant new city center—where public space, education, and creativity intersect," Doraville Mayor Joseph Geierman said in a statement. 'Our new library will be more than a building; it will be a cornerstone of opportunity, connection, and community for generations to come.' More details on the downtown redevelopment plans can be found online here. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Politics
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Six-term Congressman Buddy Carter announces bid for Senate seat opposing Ossoff
U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, a six-term Congressman representing Coastal Georgia, has become the first mainstream Republican to announce a bid for U.S. Senate in the wake of Gov. Brian Kemp's announcement that he would not be running for the seat. Carter, 67, campaigned on a moderate Republican platform that prioritizes limiting government, promoting economic opportunities, and maintaining a strong military force in 2024. However, he has aligned himself closely with President Donald Trump in recent months, surging into the national spotlight earlier this year after introducing a bill that would change Greenland's name to 'Red, White, and Blueland.' In an ad announcing his campaign for Senate, he attacked Ossoff for opposing Trump's policies on immigration and trans students in sports, ending the ad by labeling himself a 'MAGA warrior.' 'Jon Ossoff is on the wrong side,' the ad said. 'Trump has a warrior in Buddy Carter.' More: Gov. Brian Kemp announces he will not be running for U.S. Senate in 2026 A veteran lawmaker, Carter served as the mayor of Pooler and a member of the Georgia General Assembly before running for U.S. Congress. In the House, Carter sits on the newly-created Delivering Outstanding Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus, as well as the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the House Budget Committee. As of March 31, he had over $3 million on hand in his congressional campaign committee compared to Ossoff's $11 million. Carter also recently accepted a $6,600 campaign donation from businessman and White House advisor Elon Musk. His decision to run for Senate also has downstream effects for his Congressional seat. Kandiss Taylor, a Baxley Republican who also previously ran for Governor under the slogan 'Jesus, guns, and babies,' announced her campaign for the District 1 seat back in February. More: Hopefuls size up run for U.S. Senate following Gov. Kemp's announcement Monday This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Carter labels himself "MAGA warrior" in ad announcing Senate campaign
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28-04-2025
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Gov. Kemp to sign workforce, education bills supporting students, economy
The Brief Gov. Brian Kemp will sign two major bills Monday focused on education and workforce development in Georgia. A 1 p.m. ceremony at the State Capitol will highlight legislation supporting students, families, and educators. Kemp will sign additional workforce-focused legislation at 3:30 p.m. during the TCSG Leadership Summit in Buckhead. ATLANTA - Gov. Brian P. Kemp will sign two major pieces of legislation Monday aimed at strengthening Georgia's workforce and supporting students, their families, and educators. What we know The first ceremony is scheduled for 1 p.m. at the Georgia State Capitol, where Kemp will be joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Gov. Burt Jones, Speaker Jon Burns, Constitutional officers, members of the Georgia General Assembly, and education advocates. The legislation focuses on advancing education initiatives across the state. Later that afternoon, at 3:30 p.m., Kemp will deliver remarks and sign additional legislation at the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Leadership Summit at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead. Joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, TCSG leadership, and lawmakers, the governor will highlight efforts to bolster Georgia's growing workforce. Why you should care Both bills are part of Kemp's broader agenda to maintain Georgia's economic momentum and ensure its education system continues to meet the needs of students and industries statewide.
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15-04-2025
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Gov. Kemp signs $1 billion special tax refund bill
ATLANTA, Ga. (WSAV) – Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, members of the Georgia General Assembly, and state and local leaders signed legislation Tuesday at a ceremony in Cobb County delivering more than $1 billion in significant tax relief to hardworking Georgians through an acceleration of the largest tax cut in state history and a third, one-time tax refund. 'Here in Georgia, we safeguard every dollar of taxpayer money, because we know it belongs to the people, not the government,' said Governor Brian Kemp. 'While other states are running up budget deficits and raising taxes on their citizens, we're investing in the priorities of our state while further cutting taxes and returning more than a billion dollars to hardworking Georgians! That's on top of the tax relief we've given in prior years and is a direct result of our conservative budgeting. 'As families fight through the impacts of high prices over the last several years, I want to thank our partners in the legislature for helping to make this possible and for supporting their fellow Georgians in this way.' Governor Kemp signed the following two bills today. HB 111 – sponsored by Representative Soo Hong, co-sponsored by Representatives Matthew Gambill, Lauren McDonald III, Will Wade, Bruce Williamson, and Shaw Blackmon, and carried in the Senate by Senator Bo Hatchett – accelerates the largest state income tax cut in Georgia history initiated by the signing of HB 1437 in 2022. HB 112 – sponsored by Representative Lauren McDonald III, co-sponsored by Representatives Soo Hong, Matthew Gambill, Will Wade, Alan Powell, and Shaw Blackmon, and carried in the Senate by Senator Drew Echols – authorizes the delivery of $1 billion in one-time special tax refunds of up to $500 per Georgia tax-payer household. With the governor's signature, HB 111 doubles down on the efforts of prior years to reduce the tax burden on Georgians and job creators. With this second acceleration cutting the state income tax rate by another 20 basis points, the total income tax rate will now be down to just 5.19 percent – a decrease of 56 basis points from the original rate of 5.75 percent. This expedited cut will save Georgians another 880 million dollars on their tax returns next year. 'Putting money back in taxpayer pockets and delivering on our promise to further cut the state income tax is a priority I am glad we all can agree on,' said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. 'With Governor Kemp's leadership, Georgia continues to serve as an example for the rest of the nation on how to reduce taxes and give more than a billion dollars back to our citizens, while having a healthy reserve and fiscally sound budget. These bills becoming law today bring us one step closer to eliminating the state income tax, a priority I have always been a proponent of. We are able to do this because we are focused on a stable and prosperous future for all Georgians, while making financial choices that will ensure Georgia's ongoing viability and financial stability. We will continue to make this a priority, and I look forward to seeing more of this great work in the future.' After today, through a one-time special tax refund, Georgians who file jointly will receive $500, single filers will receive $250, and heads of household will get $375. 'The Georgia House was proud to champion HB 111 and HB 112 that further reduce the tax burden on hardworking Georgians and put over $1 billion back in the pockets of our state's taxpayers,' said Speaker Jon Burns. 'These historic measures reiterate our commitment to providing much-needed financial relief to families across the state and delivering on the policies that matter most to our citizens.' Governor Kemp also made note of the General Assembly's ratification of his suspension of the state gas tax in the days following Hurricane Helene to provide direct relief to families, farmers, and businesses as they began to recover from the devastating storm. He is thankful to Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Speaker Jon Burns, OPB Director Rick Dunn, and the members of the General Assembly who worked to pass these important pieces of legislation. Click here for more information on the one-time special tax refund. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
