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Crossover Day 2025: A Dispatch from the Gold Dome 

March 13, 2026
(By Matthew Smith ) Last week, on March 6, the Georgia General Assembly faced an important deadline. Called Crossover, the date marks the last day that legislators can consider bills that originated in their house.   While most...

The Amended FY26 Budget: What’s New? 

March 13, 2026
(By Matthew Smith ) Governor Brian Kemp kicked off last week by signing the Amended FY 2026 Budget into law. House Bill 973 funds the government through June 30, 2026. Below, I have shared how the budget invests in the five priorities identified by the EdQuest Georgia Coalition.    Early Learning     Early...

A Deep Dive: Georgia Partnership Highlights Three Bills After Crossover

March 13, 2026
(Prepared by Matthew Smith)  Last week, on March 6, the Georgia General Assembly faced an important deadline. Called Crossover, the date marks the last day legislators can consider bills that originated in their house.   Governor Kemp kicked off Crossover...

A Plan to Address Digital Distractions 

August 5, 2025
By Matthew Smith  This blog post is part of a series recapping 2025 legislation.  Nearly all students (97%) who responded to a 2023 Common Sense Media survey reported that they use their personal electronic devices...
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