Georgia NOW News for Tuesday June 30, 2026

The 2024 BioLab fire in Conyers is renewing concerns about chemical safety as health advocates and Georgia lawmakers warn Congress could weaken the federal Toxic Substances Control Act. State Sen. Tonya Anderson says rolling back EPA oversight would encourage companies to do the bare minimum to maintain safety standards.  Georgia could face millions of dollars in future penalties if it doesn't reduce payment errors in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The state's error rate has climbed to 15.2%, well above the national average. For news anytime, visit heregeorgianow.com.