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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Georgia Newsletter for Thursday June 12, 2025 ( 12 items )  

Brig. Gen. Kevin Merrill Assumes Command of 10th Air Force
ROBINS AFB, Georgia, June 10 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Brig. Gen. Kevin Merrill Assumes Command of 10th Air Force * By Chris Wilson, 10AF Public Affairs  NAS JRB FORT WORTH, Texas -- Brig. Gen. Kevin Merrill assumed command of the 10th Air Force during a formal ceremony held June 8, 2025.  Merrill, a command pilot with more than 3,700 flying hours--including 367 in combat--returns to 10th Air Force after previously serving as the Aircraft Opera  more

Coca Cola Launches Real Thing Records., a New Record Label Empowering Rising Artists, in Partnership With Universal Music Group
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 12 -- Coca-Cola issued the following news release: * * * Coca Cola Company Launches real thing records., a New Record Label Empowering Rising Artists, in Partnership with Universal Music Group French-New Zealand Singer-Songwriter Max Allais and Indian Singer-Songwriter and Producer Aksomaniac Among real thing records.' First Signees * The Coca Cola Company is partnering with Universal Music Group (UMG) to launch real thing records. (rtr), a new record label dedicated   more

Congressman Jack Convenes Hearing on the Economic Impact of Minor League Baseball, Features the Columbus Clingstones
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Rep. Brian Jack, R-Georgia, issued the following news release on June 11, 2025: * * * Congressman Jack Convenes Hearing on the Economic Impact of Minor League Baseball, Features the Columbus Clingstones Today, Congressman Brian Jack, who serves as the Chairman of the Small Business Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development, convened a hearing titled "Beyond the Ballpark: The Role of Minor League Baseball in Economic Growth". "I am honored   more

Constangy Presents Webinar on What Employers Should Know About DEI & the False Claims Act
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Constangy Presents Webinar on What Employers Should Know About DEI & the False Claims Act * The U.S. Department of Justice announced its new Civil Rights Fraud Initiative with the goal to identify entities defrauding the government by knowingly violating civil rights laws. The DOJ is specifically targeting employers that implement "racist preferenc  more

Georgia Institute of Technology: Acclimation and Hydration Are Keys to Beating Summer Heat
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 12 (TNSjou) -- The Georgia Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Acclimation and Hydration Are Keys to Beating Summer Heat As temperatures rise, proper hydration and heat acclimatization can help maintain physical and mental health. * As temperatures and humidity levels rise in the summer months, hydration and heat acclimatization become increasingly vital in maintaining physical and mental health and maximizing performance. Research from the Exe  more

Georgia Institute of Technology: Realignment Enhances Internal Compliance Processes
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 12 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Realignment Enhances Internal Compliance Processes Georgia Tech's investigative team has transitioned from the Office of General Counsel to the Department of Internal Auditing. Effective May 1, Georgia Tech's investigative team has transitioned from the Office of General Counsel to the Department of Internal Auditing. This strategic realignment is designed to enhance the Institute's investigati  more

Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary to Eurasia Daily Monitor: Georgia Shifts Eastward Amid Strained Western Ties
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on June 10, 2025, to the Eurasia Daily Monitor: * * * Georgia Shifts Eastward Amid Strained Western Ties By Khatia Shamanauri Executive Summary: * Georgia is increasingly turning toward the People's Republic of China (PRC), Iran, and the United Arab Emirates, marking a sharp shift away from its traditional Western allies. * Economic ties with these countries have intensified, bringing increased investment, busi  more

Mercer Partners to Open Center for Adults With Intellectual, Developmental Disabilities
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 12 -- Mercer University issued the following news: * * * Mercer partners to open center for adults with intellectual, developmental disabilities By Jennifer Nelson Mercer University School of Medicine, in partnership with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities and River Edge Behavioral Health, unveiled a groundbreaking new facility at a community open house on June 9 in Macon. This innovative center is designed to transform care for   more

NAACP Celebrates Major Legal Victory in Georgia Supreme Court Hand Counting Case
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP posted the following news release: * * * NAACP Celebrates Major Legal Victory in Georgia Supreme Court Hand Counting Case * June 10, 2025 Contact: Chyna Fields, cfields@naacpnet.org ATLANTA - In a critical victory for Georgia voters, the Georgia Supreme Court today upheld a lower court's decision permanently blocking a rule that would have required hand counting of ballots at polling places before tabulation -- a process widely criti  more

RAB ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF GAB RADIO TALENT INSTITUTE AND IBF AUDIO MEDIA ACADEMY NATIONAL RADIO TALENT SYSTEM CONTINUES TO EVOLVE
NEW YORK, June 11 [Category: Media] -- The Radio Advertising Bureau issued the following news release: * * * RAB ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF GAB RADIO TALENT INSTITUTE AND IBF AUDIO MEDIA ACADEMY NATIONAL RADIO TALENT SYSTEM CONTINUES TO EVOLVE * NEW YORK - June 11, 2025 \- RAB, in conjunction with the Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GAB), GAB Education Foundation and Illinois Broadcasters Foundation, is pleased to announce the successful completion of two distinct broadcasting talent incub  more

Reps. David Scott and Greg Murphy Lead 80+ Members Urging Secretary Doug Collins to Protect VA Anesthesia Care Standards
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Rep. David Scott, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. David Scott and Greg Murphy Lead 80+ Members Urging Secretary Doug Collins to Protect VA Anesthesia Care Standards WASHINGTON D.C. -- Congressman David Scott (GA-13) and Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) sent a letter to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins, urging the Department to preserve the highest standards of anesthesia care for our nation's Veterans. The bipartisan letter   more

Reps. David Scott and Greg Murphy Lead 80+ Members Urging Secretary Doug Collins to Protect VA Anesthesia Care Standards
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Rep. David Scott, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. David Scott and Greg Murphy Lead 80+ Members Urging Secretary Doug Collins to Protect VA Anesthesia Care Standards Congressman David Scott (GA-13) and Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) sent a letter to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins, urging the Department to preserve the highest standards of anesthesia care for our nation's Veterans. The bipartisan letter was signed by more   more