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Greater Georgia hosts tort reform panel with Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce

Greater Georgia announced on X that it held a tort reform panel discussion with the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, expressing gratitude to participating lawmakers and attendees.

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The Citizen highlights new tort reform laws signed by Gov. Kemp

The Citizen announced on X that it reported on new tort reform laws signed by Governor Brian Kemp, noting that Senate Bill (SB) 68 and SB 69 could help curb lawsuit abuse in Georgia.

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Greater Georgia says tort reform law will reduce costs for families, businesses

Greater Georgia announced on X that it promoted an event in Macon featuring President Pro Tem John F. Kennedy to discuss how Georgia's recent tort reform legislation will lower costs for families and businesses.


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Georgians for Lawsuit Reform highlights Florida insurance market stabilizing after legal reforms

Georgians for Lawsuit Reform announced on X that it shared a Wall Street Journal article highlighting how Florida's insurance market is stabilizing following reforms aimed at curbing lawsuit abuse.


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Georgia Chamber says six Scorecarded bills signed into law

The Georgia Chamber announced on the social media platform X that six of its Scorecarded bills were signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp.


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State Rep. Gambill: Tort reform will 'balance our courts and protect families and businesses from lawsuit abuse'

Matthew Gambill, the state representative for Georgia's District 15, said that Republicans enacted tort reforms to curb frivolous lawsuits and runaway verdicts, protect families and businesses, and maintain Georgia's status as a top state for...


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Home Builders Association of Georgia president: Lawsuit abuse impacts ‘our ability to build houses and address the critical housing shortage’

Franklin Bailey, president of the Home Builders Association of Georgia, emphasized the importance of the state's tort reforms in safeguarding home builders from frivolous lawsuits.


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Georgia Insurance Commissioner: 'I expect reasonably 3 to 5% decrease in rates in Georgia this year'

John King, Georgia's Insurance Commissioner, has projected a 3–5% rate decrease in the state this year.


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State Rep. Carson: Tort reform aims 'to level the playing field in Georgia's courtrooms'

State Representative John Carson of Georgia District 46 has expressed support for Governor Brian Kemp's recent signing of a tort reform package, describing it as a significant move towards balancing the judicial landscape in Georgia.


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State Sen. Payne: Tort reform will create ‘stability, opportunity and continued investment in our community’

Chuck Payne, the state senator for Georgia's 54th District, said that passing tort reform will bring stability, opportunity, and investment in manufacturing to Georgia by creating a more predictable and transparent legal environment.


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Lt. Gov. Jones: Tort reform will 'put Georgia families and consumers first'

Burt Jones, the lieutenant governor of Georgia, said that Governor Brian Kemp's tort reform bills are pro-Georgia measures designed to address hidden legal costs, stabilize insurance rates, and create a fairer system prioritizing families and...


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State Rep. Hagan: Tort reform will 'curb lawsuit abuse, protect families and businesses'

Leesa Hagan, state representative for Georgia's 156th House District, said that Georgia’s newly signed tort reform laws aim to protect families and businesses from lawsuit abuse, preserve fair access to justice, and help maintain the state's...


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Georgia Chamber CEO on signing of tort reform legislation: 'It's a great day to be in Georgia'

Chris Clark, President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, announced that Governor Brian Kemp has signed significant tort and lawsuit abuse reform into law.


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Gov. Kemp: New tort reform legislation will 'put job creators and hardworking Georgians first'

Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia, announced that the newly signed tort reform laws will prioritize job creators and hardworking Georgians by restoring fairness in courtrooms.


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GA Insurance Commissioner: Newly signed tort laws ‘will level the playing field in Georgia’s courtrooms'

John King, Georgia's Insurance Commissioner, said that Governor Brian Kemp's signing of lawsuit reform is a significant achievement that will ensure fairness in Georgia’s courtrooms.


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State Rep. Collins: 'Georgia is showing how to lead on tort reform and reduce costs on hardworking Americans'

Mike Collins, a state representative for Georgia's 10th District, said that Georgia is at the forefront of tort reform and cost reduction, attributing this progress to Governor Brian Kemp and Republican legislators.


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GA House Speaker Burns: New tort reform laws will 'return balance to our courtrooms and stability to our insurance markets'

Jon Burns, Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, said that Governor Brian Kemp's signing of lawsuit reform represents a historic step toward balancing the courtroom and ensuring insurance stability while protecting legitimate claims.


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Chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Global Insurance Dept.: Tort reform ‘will help control abuses’ in lawsuits

Alycen A. Moss, co-vice chair of the Global Insurance Department at Cozen O’Connor, said that Georgia's tort reform measures are expected to reduce frivolous lawsuits and "nuclear" verdicts by clarifying civil litigation rules in the state.


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State Sen. Kennedy on passage of tort reform: 'I'm proud of this legislation and the impact it will have on Georgians'

John Kennedy, the state senator for Georgia's 18th District, said that Governor Brian Kemp's signing of new tort reform legislation is a proud moment that will benefit Georgians statewide.


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Senior Living Association CEO: Tort reform 'will have a transformative impact on our members'

Catie Ramp, CEO of the Georgia Senior Living Association, said that the state's new tort reform laws will alleviate legal pressures on senior living providers, enhance outcomes, and foster an environment conducive to industry growth and expansion.