Deal signs bills assisting veterans, military families
April 15, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal today signed into law legislation that allows any court with jurisdiction over criminal cases to establish veterans court divisions (Senate Bill 320).
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Deal ensures teachers have say on health insurance plans
April 15, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal today signed an executive order that requires the Department of Community Health to include a teacher representative in the State Health Benefit Plan invitation for proposals process.
Deal signs bill extending tax-free holiday weekends
April 14, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal today signed House Bill 958, legislation that will extend the statewide back-to-school tax-free holiday and ENERGY STAR and WaterSense appliance tax-free holiday weekends for an additional two years.
Governor signs third leg of criminal justice reform
April 13, 2014
At Antioch Baptist Church in Gainesville today, Gov. Nathan Deal signed into law Senate Bill 365, legislation that will help rehabilitated offenders successfully re-enter society by removing barriers to employment, housing and education.
Deal leads state to path forward on cannabis oil treatment
April 10, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal today plotted a path forward for the safe and legal use of cannabis oil by Georgia children suffering from epileptic disorders. The governor also announced that he and the Department of Human Services will launch pilot projects for public-private partnerships in the state’s foster care system.
Deal: March revenues up 12.3 percent
April 8, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal announced today that Georgia’s net tax collections for the month of March totaled $1.32 billion for an increase of nearly $144.5 million, or 12.3 percent, compared to the month-ended March 2013.
Deal proposes reforms for Campaign Finance Commission
April 7, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal today unveiled his plan to reform the Georgia Campaign Finance and Government Transparency Commission to address conflict-of-interest concerns raised by the current board’s composition.
Deal: Economic Development team earns top honor for exports
April 7, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal announced today that the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) has been selected to receive the Presidential "E Star" Award for excellence in providing export programs and services.
Deal: Tax credit benefits business, environment
April 4, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal today signed into law HB 348, legislation that creates a new tax credit for Georgians who choose to purchase and operate alternative fuel trucks or buses.