Here's a Look at Major Bills Headed to Gov. Kemp's Desk

Here's a look at major bills headed to Gov. Kemp's desk

Georgia lawmakers have wrapped up the 2026 legislative session, approving a slate of major bills that now head to Gov. Brian Kemp for final approval.

2026 legislative session ends with concerns of a possible special session

The Georgia legislative session has come to a close. Dozens of bills crossed the finish line on Sine Die, the last day of the session, and several controversial bills failed to meet the deadline.

Gov. Brian Kemp takes one last lap at the Georgia Legislature

Capping his final legislative session, Gov. Brian Kemp appears at the Capitol for "one last ride."

That’s a wrap: What did and didn’t happen on the final day of Georgia’s 2026 legislative session

Georgia lawmakers put a bow on their 2026 legislative session after 1 a.m. Friday. You never really know what is going to happen on sine die, the final day of Georgia’s annual legislative session, or what’s not going to happen.…

Georgia lawmakers finish 2026 legislative session on Sine Die | What's heading to Gov. Kemp's desk?

Georgia lawmakers finish 2026 legislative session on Sine Die | What's heading to Gov. Kemp's desk?

That’s a wrap: What did, didn’t happen on the final day of Georgia’s 2026 legislative session

Georgia lawmakers passed a $38.5 billion budget, expanded access to hormonal contraception, and passed the DREAMS Scholarship, but failed to meet a deadline to eliminate QR codes on ballots and did not take action to rein in data centers. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.