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The article presents several bills which affect the construction industry in Georgia that have been signed into law. These include the House Bill (HB) 402 that provides incentives for employers that established employee training programs. It notes the HB 904 that changes the compensation contribution rates and credits of workers. It mentions the HB 943 which provides limitation on indemnification and duty to defend clauses.

The author comments on the decision of Georgia to vote against a proposed 18 billion U.S. dollars sales tax to fund dozens of transportation projects. He states that the vote sent a message about the state's confidence in the governments that made the plan together. He also discusses other serious problems facing local and state governments.

Discusses the campaign for governors and lieutenant governors in the state of Georgia. Residency of several candidates; Campaign promises; Overview on political candidates in several cities in the United States.