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February 21, 2026

Rep. Eddie Lumsden Highlights Busy Fifth Week of 2026 Georgia Legislative Session

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State Representative Eddie Lumsden of Armuchee, who represents Chattooga County and parts of Floyd County, reported a highly productive fifth week of the 2026 Georgia legislative session as lawmakers returned to the Capitol on February 9. Over four legislative days, the Georgia House passed and adopted 23 bills and resolutions as momentum continues to build toward Crossover Day, the key deadline that determines which legislation remains eligible for passage this session.

February 14, 2026

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Georgia House OKs Bill Allowing Pharmacists to Prescribe HIV Prevention Drugs

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A bill aimed at expanding access to HIV prevention medication has cleared the Georgia House, moving the state one step closer to allowing pharmacists to play a larger role in preventing new HIV infections.