Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp wants to again speed up state income tax cuts. The Republican also warned lawmakers Thursday in his seventh annual State of the State address that he’ll call them back into special session later this year if that’s what it takes to push through limits on lawsuit verdicts.

Gov. Brian Kemp delivered his 2025 State of the State address Thursday, emphasizing tax cuts and tort reform as key priorities for Georgia. Kemp also highlighted the state's resilience following Hurricane Helene and praised its economic strength.

Governor Brian Kemp gave his State of the State address Thursday morning discussing in front of both chambers of Georgia’s legislature what he thinks is working for the State and what he doesn’t.

Gov. Brian Kemp is prepared to call for a special session if the Georgia General Assembly does not pass meaningful legislation curtailing large civil lawsuit judgments. Driving the news: Kemp doubled down on plans to make life more challenging for personal injury lawyers and his other priorities during the annual State of the State speech on Tuesday.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp hinted at a special session if lawmakers don't pass tort reform legislation during his State of the State address Thursday. The governor also announced a new income tax cut on top of cuts that brought the rate to 5.