Georgia NOW News for Tuesday June 23, 2026

Georgia NOW News for Tuesday June 23, 2026

Several new Georgia laws will take effect July 1 as the state's new fiscal year begins. Among them, House Bill 406 requires homeowners associations to provide written notice of unpaid fines or fees and give residents 30 days to address them before taking further action. Other measures expand literacy and dyslexia support, increase access to advanced math courses, ban personal electronic devices for K-8 students during the school day, strengthen protections against odometer fraud, regulate cryptocurrency kiosks, and allow banks to freeze accounts when financial exploitation of seniors or disabled adults is suspected. Additional laws will allow trained pharmacists to dispense HIV prevention medications, require anti-human trafficking training for hotels and short-term rental properties, and increase penalties for pimping and pandering offenses. Meanwhile, Georgia could lose nearly 800,000 acres of farmland by 2040. State leaders hope the new Georgia Farmland Conservation Fund will help slow that trend by allowing farmers to sell development rights while keeping their land in agricultural use. The first round of applications is now under review with $2 million available in funding, and selected applicants are expected to be announced in August. For news anytime, visit heargeorgianow.com.

Georgia NOW News for Monday June 22, 2026

At Beulah Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday, U.S. Sen. John Ossoff cast Georgia’s Senate race as a test of character, democracy, and voting rights. Ossoff criticized Republican nominee Mike Collins over election denialism, support for Jan. 6 rioters, and what he described as attacks on voting rights, urging Georgians to judge candidates by their actions and records. Meanwhile, domestic violence and sexual assault programs across Georgia are facing uncertainty after Gov. Brian Kemp vetoed $13 million in new funding. According to the Georgia Recorder, service providers answered more than 110,000 domestic violence crisis calls last year, while reports increased 12%. Advocates warn the loss of funding comes as demand for services continues to grow and could leave survivors with fewer resources and fewer places to turn for help. For news anytime, visit heargeorgianow.com.

Georgia NOW News for Friday June 19, 2026

Georgia's statewide election picture is coming into focus after voters decided several key primary and runoff races. We break down the winners in the lieutenant governor, attorney general, labor commissioner, insurance commissioner, and public service commission contests ahead of November. Also in this episode, healthcare advocates sound the alarm over rising insurance costs and medical debt in Georgia, a Gwinnett nature center expands accessibility with a new sensory-friendly treehouse, and communities across the state celebrate Juneteenth with events honoring freedom, history, and culture. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNews #GeorgiaPolitics #Juneteenth #Healthcare #GeorgiaNOWNews #Podcast

Georgia NOW News for Thursday June 18, 2026

Georgia's November election matchups are set after Republican voters chose Rick Jackson for governor and Mike Collins for U.S. Senate in Tuesday's runoff elections.  Also, Georgia House leaders push back on Gov. Brian Kemp's call to redraw legislative maps during a special session, Mableton debates how to fund police services, and Tropical Storm Arthur brings heavy rain and flooding concerns to the state. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNews #GeorgiaPolitics #Election2026 #GeorgiaNOWNews #Podcast

Georgia NOW News for Wednesday June 17, 2026

MARTA, and a federal judge's apology are among the top stories from around Georgia. In this episode, lawmakers return to the State Capitol for a special session that could have major implications for future elections.  Plus, a Georgia psychiatrist says genetic testing is helping some patients find more effective treatments for depression and anxiety.  We'll also look at growing concerns over violence on MARTA as state leaders press transit officials for answers ahead of the FIFA World Cup.  And a federal judge in Georgia issues a formal apology after an investigation found misconduct that included inappropriate behavior in chambers, participation in a partisan event, and misleading investigators. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNOW #GeorgiaPolitics #GeorgiaLegislature #MentalHealth #MARTA #WorldCup2026 #VotingRights #Redistricting #GeorgiaNews