Georgia NOW News for Wednesday Fed. 11, 2026

Georgia House Democrats have introduced a bipartisan package aimed at expanding affordable housing, including tax credits for lower-income buyers, zoning protections for small homes and new tenant safeguards. Lawmakers have also approved a measure allowing retired teachers to return full-time while collecting retirement benefits to help address classroom shortages. In Augusta, residents are pressing developers over concerns tied to a proposed West Augusta data center, while educators statewide are receiving new “MOVE” trainings to respond to immigration enforcement issues in schools. State Insurance Commissioner John King has announced nearly $25 million in fines against insurers for violating Georgia’s Mental Health Parity Act, and a new dashboard will track mental health coverage complaints. Meanwhile, Tifton’s city manager has resigned after four months on the job, and cleanup continues following a 10,000-gallon fuel spill at Hartsfield-Jackson that reached the Flint River. The Carter Center says multiple reviews confirm Georgia’s elections remain free, fair and secure. Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Listen at georgianow.com. #HearGeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNews #GaPol #AffordableHousing #TeacherShortage #MentalHealth #FlintRiver #ElectionIntegrity