Georgia NOW News for Thursday Feb. 12, 2026

Georgia lawmakers are advancing House Bill 1063, which would require utilities like Georgia Power to shield residential and small-business customers from costs tied to data center construction and operations. Supporters say codifying Public Service Commission policies adds stronger consumer protections, though industry and environmental groups have raised concerns about specific provisions. In Augusta, the Neighborhood Choice Initiative is bringing upgrades to Allen Homes, including a free community garden and renovated play areas, as residents say access to fresh produce and green space is long overdue. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is fighting nearly $17 million in attorney fee requests from former President Donald Trump and his co-defendants, calling the claims excessive and unconstitutional. Meanwhile, Georgia Democrats have rolled out an affordability agenda focused on housing, health care and public education. Homeowners are also pushing for HOA reform, while a deported Georgia Army veteran is seeking a new hearing to challenge his removal. Sen. Jon Ossoff drew more than 1,400 supporters at a weekend rally in College Park, criticizing Trump-era policies. And newly unsealed records show the FBI cited debunked election fraud claims in its affidavit to seize Fulton County’s 2020 ballots, according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW at georgianow.com. #HearGeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNews #GaPol #DataCenters #AffordableHousing #HOAReform #FultonCounty #ElectionIntegrity