Georgia House Speaker Announces Study Committees to Address Key Issues
Georgia lawmakers will tackle unresolved issues from the 2025 General Assembly session through three newly formed “blue-ribbon” study committees, announced House Speaker Jon Burns on Thursday. The committees will focus on election procedures, hemp policies, and insurance rates, aiming to propose actionable reforms for the 2026 legislative session.
“These study committees will gather critical data, engage stakeholders, and chart a clear path forward on issues that significantly affect Georgians and our state’s future,” said Burns (R-Newington).
Election Procedures: For the first time since 2020, no major election law changes were passed this year, as House and Senate leaders could not reconcile differences in a comprehensive election bill. The study committee will explore reforms to enhance clarity and integrity in Georgia’s voting processes.
Hemp Policies: Legislation to regulate tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)-containing beverages from hemp stalled this session. The committee will examine policies to address this emerging industry responsibly.
Insurance Rates: Following the passage of a tort reform bill, set to be signed by Gov. Brian Kemp next week, the insurance rates committee will investigate measures to protect consumers from predatory pricing and ensure a fair, transparent insurance market.
These committees will convene over the summer and fall to deliver informed recommendations for 2026. Stay tuned for updates on their progress.
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