February 26, 2026 • Commentary
How Permitting Delays Are Raising the Cost of Building Homes in Georgia
The “waiting fee” built into new homes.
February 19, 2026 • Commentary
The Next Chapter of Data Center Policy in Georgia
Rapid data center growth is reshaping Georgia’s energy and economic policy debate.
February 12, 2026 • Commentary
Attacks on Credit Cards Will Hurt Georgia Consumers and the State Economy
Everyone hates high interest rates, but people would also hate losing access to credit cards.
February 6, 2026 • Blog
At The Capitol: Week 4
The House approved its amended budget for the current fiscal year, which now heads to the Senate.
February 5, 2026 • Commentary
Federal “Guidance” and Georgia Schools: Who’s in Charge?
Federal guidance can shape education policy even though it was never made into law.
January 30, 2026 • Blog
At The Capitol: Week 3
The pace under the Gold Dome shifted as lawmakers turned their attention to the traditional “budget week.”
January 29, 2026 • Commentary
Predictions of Doom for Georgia’s Promise Scholarship are Already Falling Apart
The Promise Scholarship has probably had the most successful launch of any school choice program in Georgia history.
January 23, 2026 • Blog
At The Capitol: Week 2
The pace under the Gold Dome shifted as lawmakers turned their attention to the traditional “budget week.”
January 22, 2026 • Commentary
DOAA Report Confirms Impact of Qualified Education Expense Tax Credit
Georgia’s tax credit scholarship is expanding access for low-income students while saving taxpayers money
January 22, 2026 • Blog
The Hidden “Waiting Fee” in Georgia Home Prices
The cost of time is a hidden driver in the lack of housing affordability
January 16, 2026 • Blog
At The Capitol: Week 1
The 2026 Georgia General Assembly kicked off this week, with lawmakers returning to the Capitol for this year’s 40-day session.
January 15, 2026 • Commentary
How States Are Reining in Costly Regulations
States are reexamining regulatory structures that hinder growth and innovation
January 8, 2026 • Commentary
The 2026 Election Hangs Over the 2026 Legislative Session
The 2026 legislative session marks both an endpoint and the eventual transition to come.
January 1, 2026 • Commentary
How Can We Cap Property Taxes in Georgia?
Rising property taxes in Georgia continue to dominate kitchen table conversations around the state.
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