WATCH LIVE: Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s 2026 State of the State address
Governor Kemp's Final State of the State: Ambitious Goals for Georgia's Future
In his final State of the State address, Governor Brian Kemp reflected on his legacy and pushed for initiatives that aim to transform Georgia's future, highlighting both achievements and upcoming legislative priorities.
The Breaking Point
As Governor Brian Kemp prepares to wrap up his tenure, he delivered a powerful State of the State address before Georgia's General Assembly, charting a course for his administration's final legislative session. Kemp opened the address by celebrating significant milestones achieved over his seven years in office, notably historic job creation and unprecedented investments in rural Georgia.
Beneath the Surface
Kemp made bold pledges, including a staggering $1.8 billion investment to alleviate congestion on Georgia's notorious roads, promising that improvements like new express lanes on Interstate 75 could transform daily commutes. He pointedly emphasized efforts to tackle homelessness in urban centers through a new $50 million program.
The Ripple Effect
Kemp's initiatives aim to create lasting impacts on Georgia's infrastructure and social services, intending to set the stage for further economic growth and community well-being. As discussions about eliminating state income tax gain momentum, Kemp highlighted the importance of a new workforce readiness program designed to prepare Georgians for future challenges.
"Together over these past seven years, we've brought historic jobs and opportunity to our state," Kemp said, marking the culmination of a transformative era in Georgia's governance.
Governor Brian Kemp
