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Vice President of CATO on credit card bill: 'Giving more power to regulators'
Norbert Michael, Vice President and Director of the Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives at the Cato Institute, expressed concerns that the Credit Card Competition Act would negatively impact innovation and competition while increasing...
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner: 'Tort reform is a huge win' for Georgia's agriculture industry
Tyler Harper, the Agriculture Commissioner of Georgia, said that tort reform represents a significant victory for the state's agricultural industry, farm families, and all Georgians.
By B. J. Milam | Apr 14, 2025
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Rep. Collins: 'With tort reform and our tariff strategy, we're going to see prices drop across the board'
By A. B. Bamburg | Apr 7, 2025
Mike Collins, a representative for Georgia's District 10, said that excess litigation costs families over $4,000 annually.
Rep. Collins: Trial lawyers are driving up costs and bankrupting small businesses; 'Americans need tort reform'
By A. B. Bamburg | Apr 7, 2025
Mike Collins, a representative for Georgia's District 10, has called for tort reform, arguing that trial lawyers are financially crippling small trucking companies and increasing costs for Americans.
Georgia Realtors CEO: An 'unbalanced legal system is driving up costs for consumers and creating uncertainty'
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 4, 2025
Brad Mock, CEO of the Georgia Association of Realtors (GAR), said that the current legal system is increasing costs for consumers.
State Sen. Kennedy: 'I’m proud to announce that SB 68 passed the Georgia Senate'
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 25, 2025
John F. Kennedy, a State Senator for Georgia, announced the passage of Senate Bill 68 in the Georgia Senate as a significant step in advancing tort reform efforts aimed at supporting job creators, families, and consumers.
Georgia lawmakers pass tort reform bill addressing phantom damages and premises liability
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 25, 2025
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has announced that lawmakers in Georgia have approved a significant tort reform bill addressing phantom damages and premises liability.
Do No Harm senior fellow: Passing tort reform legislation is ‘a great first step’
By E. F. Cullerton | Mar 24, 2025
Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure intended to address the state’s designation as a "Judicial Hellhole," sending it to Governor Brian Kemp for signature.
Nelson Mullins LLP Partner: Gov. Kemp secured 'signature victory' with passage of tort reform
By E. F. Cullerton | Mar 24, 2025
Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure aimed at addressing the state's designation as a "Judicial Hellhole," forwarding it to Governor Brian Kemp for his signature.
GA House Speaker Burns: Tort reform ensures ‘the scales of justice in our courtrooms are fair and balanced’
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 24, 2025
Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure aimed at addressing the state's designation as a "Judicial Hellhole."
State Rep. Carson: Tort reform will help ‘maintain Georgia’s status as the top state for business’
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 24, 2025
State Representative John Carson of Georgia's House District 46 has expressed support for the state's tort reform bill, stating it "strikes the right balance between supporting our robust business climate and safeguarding victims' rights."
GA Chamber of Commerce CEO: Passing tort reform is 'one of the most significant steps taken to protect Georgia's economic competitiveness'
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 24, 2025
Chris Clark, CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of tort reform for the organization.
Gov. Kemp: Tort reform will ‘stabilize costs and ensure fairness and justice for hardworking Georgians’
By B. J. Milam | Mar 24, 2025
Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia, announced that lawmakers have made history with the final passage of SB 68, a comprehensive tort reform bill.
GA Attorney General: Tort reform will restore ‘balance to our courts while lowering costs for consumers and business owners’
By B. B. Urness | Mar 24, 2025
Chris Carr, the Attorney General of Georgia, expressed his support for the recent legislative actions in the state.
U.S. Rep. Collins: Tort reform can ‘bring about change that saves money out of every taxpayers’ pocket'
By E. F. Cullerton | Mar 24, 2025
U.S. Representative Mike Collins of Georgia's 10th District has praised the state's recent tort reform efforts, describing them as a model for other states aiming to address systemic issues and reduce taxpayer expenses.
Lt. Governor Jones: Tort Reform is ‘a pro-Georgian reform’ that will reduce costs
By E. F. Cullerton | Mar 24, 2025
Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure aimed at addressing the state's designation as a "Judicial Hellhole."
State Sen. Kennedy: ‘We finished the drill and got tort reform across the finish line'
By B. B. Urness | Mar 24, 2025
Georgia lawmakers have approved a significant tort reform measure aimed at addressing the state’s designation as a "Judicial Hellhole," sending it to Governor Brian Kemp for signature.
State Sen. Kennedy: We 'got tort reform across the finish line'
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 24, 2025
John F. Kennedy, a State Senator for Georgia, announced that tort reform legislation had been successfully passed to reduce costs and improve fairness for families.
State Sen. Kennedy: Senate Bill 68 is 'a really good balanced bill'
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 24, 2025
John F. Kennedy, the State Senator for Georgia, said that Senate Bill 68 represents a carefully developed and balanced approach to tort reform, informed by past legislation and broad collaboration.
State Sen. for Georgia: House Bill 68 passing shows how 'leadership can come together'
By A. B. Bamburg | Mar 24, 2025
John F. Kennedy, State Senator for Georgia, said that Senate Bill 68 exemplifies how conservative leadership across the governor’s office and legislature can collaborate to implement legal reform.