Georgia NOW News for Tuesday March 17, 2026

A proposed $3.5 billion pipeline expansion would run through Georgia from Columbus to Augusta. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission recently held meetings in Macon, Sandersville and Griffin to hear from residents about the South System Expansion 4 project by Kinder Morgan. Environmental groups warn the pipeline could threaten waterways and increase air pollution, and federal regulators are accepting public comments on the project through March 23. Meanwhile, a Gwinnett County barber and double amputee who has been held in immigration detention for more than a year may soon be deported. According to reports, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has secured travel documents for Rodney Taylor, raising concerns from his family as they await a possible deportation flight. At the Georgia Capitol, House Bill 947 survived a key legislative deadline after passing the House in a late-night vote. The bill aims to reduce error rates in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, but advocates say the additional verification requirements could create more bureaucracy and make it harder for eligible families to access food assistance. And after a chilly start to the week, warmer weather is on the way. Forecasters say parts of Georgia could see temperatures climb into the low 80s by Saturday. Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at georgianow.com. #HearGeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNews #GaPol