Legislative Update Georgia State 2022: Policies and Elections Overview
Explore the latest legislative updates in Georgia for 2022, covering topics such as the state's budget overview, support for students, key legislative landscapes, and upcoming election cycles. Dive into details on state legislative topics, interim activities, and expected turnovers in the General Assembly. Get insights into key initiatives, budget allocations, and important committees shaping Georgia's legislative landscape.
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USG Legislative Update Casey Tanner AVC External Affairs July 2022
3rdlargest state legislature in country Georgia Primer 2-year terms for all legislators Constitutionally required to balanced budget
2022 Legislative Landscape Governor Kemp 2022 State of the State 2ndyear of biennium 2022 Election cycle 2020 Census/redistricting Increased state revenues
2022 Student Support $230 million to eliminate the Special Institutional Fee Funding to cover HOPE Scholarship at 90% of tuition costs (AU, GSU, GT, UGA, UNG, GGC) Mental health professionals loan forgiveness program $10M allocated Creation of financial aid completion grant program HB 1435; $10M allocated
State legislative topics In-state tuition status Undocumented, refugee students Fee structure Dual enrollment Classroom instruction Faculty tenure
2022 Election Cycle May 24, 2022 Primary election June 21, 2022 Runoff November 8, 2022 General election December 6, 2022 Expected 25% turnover in General Assembly Fall budget development
Interim Activities Study Committees: Literacy Instruction (USG representative) Excellence, Innovation, and Technology at HBCUs Review of Education Funding Mechanisms (K-12) Healthcare Workforce Commission (established by Executive Order) House Higher Education Subcommittee on Workforce Development Annual reporting: Free speech report submitted July 1 (updated policy per HB 1) Carry Forward report due October 15 Hazing incidents reporting (due on-going)
Questions? casey.tanner@usg.edu
