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Georgia governor signs sweeping mental health bill into law

WebWith much fanfare, Gov. Brian Kemp signs HB 1013, which aims to increase access to mental health coverage in Georgia on Sine Die, the last day of the General …

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Former state Sen. Ross Tolleson was fondly

WebFormer state Sen. Ross Tolleson of Perry, who died last week from complications of Alzheimer’s disease, was remembered by his friends and colleagues at …

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Georgia’s limited maternity homes reach capacity

WebGeorgia’s limited maternity homes reach capacity. By. Emma Buker. -. November 7, 2023. Annmarie Grenga (from left to right), Phyllis Churn, Rev. Ralph Bell, …

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Georgia to receive $91 million from federal government for …

WebATLANTA – Despite pandemic budget cuts, Georgia’s behavioral health agency is working with record funding levels as a result of pandemic aid from the federal …

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988 will be the '911' for mental health/addiction crisis calls.

WebEstablishing 988 as the “911” for suicide prevention and mental health crisis services will make it easier for Georgians in crisis to access the help they need and …

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Community is the strongest ally for Black farmers’ mental health

WebFebruary 14, 2024. Musa Hasan is one of many Georgia farmers speaking out about the overlooked mental health struggles of Black farmers. (Photo courtesy of Bread and …

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Speaker Ralston presents mental health bill at press conference

WebJanuary 27, 2022. Georgia House Speaker David Ralston holds press conference to announce new mental health bill, in this Jan. 26, 2022 screenshot. (Ambria Burton/Fresh …

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Georgia General Assembly 2024 recap: Highlights and updates

WebGov. Kemp signed the Amended Fiscal Year (AFY) 2024 budget on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024. The record $37.9 billion budget includes $5.5 billion in new spending …

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Proposed law promotes communication between health care …

WebProposed law promotes communication between health care providers and patients. By. -. July 29, 2021. Dr. Jean Martin provides testimony on CANDOR’s benefits …

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Cobb’s Single-Family Dwelling Ordinance facing potential revisions

WebKENNESAW, Ga. — The zoning ordinance prohibiting more than two unrelated people from living in a single-family residence has hampered housing options …

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Medicaid plays key role in Georgia’s challenge to insure kids and

WebNow, by becoming the 14 th state to enact express lane eligibility, Georgia will secure coverage for thousands of children and begin chipping away at the high …

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Lawmakers say legislation is unlikely in combating violence against

WebGeorgia’s Senate Study Committee on Violence Against Healthcare Workers has recommended new forms of reporting, training and risk assessment tactics …

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Budget woes for Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and

WebThe Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is unlikely to see a restoration of the $91 million cut from its budget in the wake of the …

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Georgia House passes bill to allow food trucks to operate statewide

WebATLANTA – Georgia food truck owners welcomed news the state House unanimously passed a bill Tuesday that would allow them to sell food anywhere in the …

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Urban gardens and farms alleviate food insecurity in Atlanta

WebLocal farmers markets can alleviate food anxiety in many ways within a community. Thelinjoris Shaw, a DeKalb County resident, says she is motivated to …

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Marietta PD launches mental health unit: Could more pop up …

WebSince 2015, 21 percent of individuals fatally shot by police had mental health diagnoses, according to a Washington Post database. Of the 317 individuals killed by officers in …

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Georgia Senate passes bill targeting homelessness

WebMadgie Robinson. -. March 6, 2023. A government-sanctioned camp called 1st Step in Athens, Georgia provides temporary shelter for homeless people. Legislation that would …

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‘I cried a lot’: Georgia food truck owners worry about high cost of

WebJasmine Beck had big dreams for her vegan food truck, Sunshine Alchemy.But within just a year of starting her business, she’d spent $20,000 in fees and …

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‘Georgia Lemonade Stand Act’ exempts kids from obtaining permits

WebThe result is “The Georgia Lemonade Act,” which has now cleared the House and Senate. Parent’s bill would exempt children under the age of 18 from acquiring a …

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