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Gov. Brian Kemp Proclaims September 26 National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has proclaimed Saturday, September 26, 2026, as National Hunting and Fishing Day across the state, recognizing the role hunters and anglers play in conservation and Georgia’s outdoor heritage. The proclamation highlights Georgia’s long tradition of hunting and fishing and notes that ...

Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through Memorial Day Travel Period

Georgia drivers will continue to see relief at the gas pump through the Memorial Day holiday after Governor Brian Kemp signed an executive order suspending the state’s gas tax for an additional two weeks. The new suspension will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on May ...

Kemp Signs Bill Expanding Medical Cannabis Access in Georgia

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed legislation expanding access to medical marijuana in the state. The measure, known as the “Putting Georgia’s Patients First Act,” was signed into law Tuesday and will take effect statewide on July 1. The bill had previously passed both the ...

Kemp Calls Special Georgia Legislative Session on Redistricting, Election Law Changes

Brian Kemp has called a special session of the Georgia General Assembly focused on redistricting and election law changes, with lawmakers set to convene June 17, 2026. The announcement comes just days after Tennessee Republicans approved a controversial redistricting plan in their state and follows ...

Calhoun to Host Derek Dooley, Gov. Kemp on “Georgia First Tour” Stop

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Derek Dooley will be joined by Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp for a Northwest Georgia swing this week, with a featured stop in Calhoun. Dooley’s “Georgia First Tour” is scheduled to make a Wednesday appearance in Calhoun, where ...

Governor Kemp Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Expected Winter Storm

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has declared a statewide State of Emergency as officials prepare for a winter storm expected to impact the state this weekend. The declaration allows state agencies to mobilize resources and position response teams in advance of potentially hazardous weather conditions. Governor ...

Governor Kemp Orders State Agencies to Brace for Budget Constraints Amid Federal Cuts

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has instructed state agencies to begin planning for leaner budgets as the state prepares for the potential fallout from federal spending reductions. According to new guidance from the governor’s budget office, agencies must draft amended fiscal year 2026 and fiscal year ...

Governor Kemp Signed HB 331 into Law, with an Effective Date of July 1, 2025

IT’S OFFICIAL! Governor Kemp signed HB 331 into law on Friday, with an effective date of July 1, 2025. The law prohibits the sale or barter of dogs, cats, and pet rabbits in unregulated and outdoor locations such as parking lots, sidewalks, roadsides, parks, ...

Governor Kemp Wildfire PSA Urging People Not to Burn Outdoors

In this public service announcement, Governor Brian Kemp addresses the citizens of Georgia regarding the current wildfire conditions across the state.