Kemp, Georgia and State of the State

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp wants to again speed up income tax cuts
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp wants to again speed up state income tax cuts. The Republican also warned lawmakers Thursday in his seventh annual State of the State address that he’ll call them back into special session later this year if that’s what it takes to push through limits on lawsuit verdicts.
Gov. Kemp announces proposed tax cut in 2025 State of the State address
Tax cuts and tort lawsuits were among the biggest items in Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s annual State of the State address on Thursday. From mourning Hurricane Helene’s victims to promoting Georgia’s healthcare coverage program,
LIVE: Georgia State of the State address by Gov. Brian Kemp
Gov. Brian Kemp is scheduled to deliver his State of the State address before the Georgia Assembly at 11 a.m. Thursday.
Kemp says he will announce income tax cut, round of surplus tax rebate payments
The governor outlined a 20 basis point tax cut reduction, which would drop the state flat tax rate from 5.49% to 5.29%, following cuts last year. Kemp has previously signaled intentions to bring it down as far as 4.99% before his term expires in Jan. 2027.
Kemp wants to use savings to boost Georgia spending, but projects flat tax revenue
Georgia would boost spending by $4.4 billion in the last three months of the current budget year under the spending plan released by Gov. Brian Kemp.
Ga. Gov. Brian Kemp wants to again speed up income tax cuts
Second-term Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp laid out his goals before lawmakers in his seventh annual State of the State address on Thursday.
State of the State: Kemp proposes GA tax cuts, tort reform
Gov. Brian Kemp delivered his 2025 State of the State address Thursday, emphasizing tax cuts and tort reform as key priorities for Georgia. Kemp also highlighted the state's resilience following Hurricane Helene and praised its economic strength.
Kemp pushes tort reform, introduces tax cut in State of the State
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp hinted at a special session if lawmakers don't pass tort reform legislation during his State of the State address Thursday. The governor also announced a new income tax cut on top of cuts that brought the rate to 5.
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Gov. Kemp announces economic development trip to Germany, Poland
Governor Brian Kemp is undertaking another overseas economic development trip next week, this time to Germany and Poland.
Brian Kemp's Chances of Beating Jon Ossoff in Georgia, According to Polls
A new poll shows Republican Governor Brian Kemp with an early lead over Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in Georgia's 2026 Senate election, expected to be one of the most competitive races of the ...
Gov. Kemp draws line in the sand on tort reform in State of the State address, even if special legislative session is required
The governor has long sought tort reform legislation, which would among other changes would cap lawsuit payouts.
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Kemp vows to pass bill curbing ‘excessive’ lawsuits this year, one way or another
Gov. Brian Kemp wants lawmakers to overhaul the state's legal system to limit lawsuits and curb jury verdicts.
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Gov. Kemp unveils comprehensive plan to enhance K-12 education, school safety in Georgia
Gov. Brian Kemp announced his legislative package enhancing K-12 education and securing Georgia classrooms on Monday.