Regulation Reform
April 11, 2024 • Blog
Georgia’s craft brewers and customers thirst for less restrictive laws
Some Georgia craft brewers say their line of work doesn’t live up to its fullest potential. So, who or what do they believe holds them back?
March 21, 2024 • Commentary
The Georgia model for putting workers’ rights ahead of union demands
The Peach State’s pending reform should spread nationwide.
March 20, 2024 • Press Release
Foundation praises passage of worker freedom legislation
Georgia will now requires companies that receive taxpayer incentives to hold secret ballot elections for union representation.
October 26, 2023 • Blog
11 spooky policy ideas to avoid
Here are 11 spooky policy ideas we should all run from like a man in a mask is chasing us.
September 26, 2023 • Blog
Why Calhoun residents are fighting the city over tiny homes
The tiny house movement is growing rapidly in America. But a proposal in Calhoun, Georgia was rejected because of city regulations.
August 9, 2023 • Commentary
Vogtle Unit 3 is first new nuclear power plant to open in decades
Georgia Power announced that the third nuclear reactor at its Plant Vogtle near Augusta had begun commercial operation.
June 22, 2023 • Blog
Atlanta brewery closes, Georgia’s prohibition era laws partly to blame
Atlanta’s Second Self Beer Company is closing after nine years, partly due to century-old Georgia laws.
June 8, 2023 • Commentary
Raising rates won’t help taxis compete with Uber
Atlanta taxis owners said they wanted higher rates to “match the growing popularity of ride shares.”
May 18, 2023 • Commentary
Is Georgia serious about licensing reform?
A new commission will review Georgia’s occupational licensing practices and implement a framework to accommodate the state’s changing economy.
April 20, 2023 • Blog
Georgia to eliminate barriers to work in state government
Georgia lawmakers recognize that some jobs that require a four-year degree… might not actually require a four-year degree.
March 30, 2023 • Blog
Georgia moves to ease licensing requirements
A new law will recognize occupational licenses obtained in other states.
March 23, 2023 • Blog
Lemonade stand freedom coming to Georgia
The Georgia legislature has passed “The Georgia Lemonade Stand Act,” legislation that would remove regulations on businesses run by minors.
March 8, 2023 • Blog
Georgia lawmakers looking to reduce barriers to work
Both the House and Senate have advanced measures to reform occupational regulations in Georgia.
February 23, 2023 • Commentary
New bill looks to boost Georgia brewing
Georgia’s craft brewing industry is still hampered by outdated laws and regulations.
February 9, 2023 • Blog
Georgia legislators want state to trim Cosmetologists’ licensing requirements
A bill has been introduced to exempt niche beauty services, including blow dry styling, eyebrow threading and makeup artistry from licensing requirements.
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