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Georgia’s ‘Red Tape Rollback’ clears first hurdle | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – (The Center Square – ) 2025-02-19 11:59:00

(The Center Square) – A bill that would ease small business regulations received a “do pass” recommendation by a Georgia Senate committee on Wednesday.

The “Red Tape Rollback Act of 2025” requires committees and lawmakers to give greater scrutiny to rules.

Lawmakers could request a Small Business Impact Analysis on pending legislation.

Also part of the bill is an economic impact analysis of rules that would have a $1 million impact or greater in the first five years. Two-thirds of the General Assembly or a majority vote with the signature of the governor is required for rules that require an economic analysis.

State agencies would have to review rules every four years to determine if any are outdated or need changes, according to the bill.

“What we’re doing here is we’re trying to get agencies and rulemakers to think about the cost of complying with the rules and finding ways when possible to minimize that cost to follow the rules,” said the bill’s sponsor, Sen. Greg Dolezal, R-Cumming.

About 80% of the bill was included in legislation last year that passed the Senate but failed the House, Dolezal said.

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones compared the bill to the Department of Government Efficiency established by President Donald Trump.

“Our state initiative complements DOGE, President Donald Trump’s plan to create efficiency, while paring down unnecessary spending and eliminating bureaucratic red tape at the federal level,” Jones said previously.

The Georgia Public Policy Foundation, the Georgia Chapter of Americans for Prosperity and the Georgia Chapter of the Libre Initiative spoke in favor of the bill.

“It’s one thing to talk about cutting red tape and making the government more efficient – it’s another to summon the political will to pass serious legislation that restores legislative oversight, invites transparency into the regulatory process, and finds real savings for taxpayers and job-creators,” said Americans for Prosperity State Director Tony West.

The bill now goes to the full Senate for consideration.

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UGA game kickoff moved | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-09-06 13:21:09

SUMMARY: The Georgia Bulldogs’ game against Austin Peay has been moved up to a 2:30 p.m. kickoff due to weather concerns, announced just hours before kickoff. Reporters Olivia and Georgia are en route to Athens on I-85, avoiding traffic and a normally busy route, 316. The schedule change, made for safety, impacts game day routines for players and fans. Despite the disruption, the team remains focused under Coach Kirby Smart. The broadcasters will provide sideline coverage, interviews, and highlights. Fans are advised to adjust plans and head to Sanford Stadium early to avoid traffic and potential weather issues.

FOX 5 Sports is on its way to Athens for today’s UGA game vs. Austin Peay. They discuss why the kickoff time was easier to move this week and what it means for players.

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Bruce’s Bar & Grill: Local favorite for burgers, specials, and more

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www.wjbf.com – Brandon Dawson – 2025-09-05 13:27:00

SUMMARY: Bruce’s Bar and Grill in Warrenville, S.C., is a beloved local spot known for its heartfelt service and scratch-made food. Manager Kimmy Bailey highlights their popular half-pound, fresh, never-frozen cheeseburgers, hand-cut home fries, wings, and Philly cheesesteaks with homemade pub chips. Open seven days a week, the restaurant gained popularity during COVID by adapting and delivering quality meals. Specials include 75-cent wings on Wednesdays and Thursdays, steak night on Mondays, Taco Tuesday, and family-style dinners on Sundays. Customers also enjoy free pool after 6 p.m. on select nights. Located at 1959 Augusta Road, Bruce’s thrives on community support and genuine hospitality.

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475 possible illegals arrested at plant in SE Georgia

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-09-05 10:58:14

SUMMARY: ICE agents arrested 475 individuals found to be illegally working at the construction site of a battery plant adjacent to Hyundai’s facility near Savannah, Georgia. The battery plant, a joint venture between LG Energy Solution and Hyundai Motor Group, is a significant economic project for the state. The multi-month federal investigation targeted unlawful employment practices across numerous subcontractors. Most detainees are South Korean nationals, prompting concern from South Korea’s foreign ministry. Hyundai and LG have paused construction and are cooperating with authorities. This raid is the largest federal immigration enforcement operation in U.S. history and has significant implications for Georgia’s economy and employment law compliance.

475 individuals were arrested at a battery plant for Hyundai in southeast Georgia on Thursday. It is the largest raid in the history of ICE, according to officials. Many of those arrested are from South Korea.

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