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Georgia lawmakers put 911 upgrades on this year’s ballot

ATLANTA — Georgia voters will decide this year on a constitutional amendment that would dedicate their 911 fees to a statewide fund for improving emergency services. The Senate voted unanimously Tuesday to put the 911 referendum on the ballot in November. The House...

Georgia Senate puts its stamp on 2026-27 budget

ATLANTA — The Georgia Senate approved its version of the $38.5 billion fiscal year 2027 budget Friday, sending it to the state House for negotiations over the disagreements. The House started the budget process, passing its version earlier this month. Among...