Rep. Karen Lupton Urges CareSource and Peach State Health Plan to Return to Agreed-Upon Medicaid Reimbursement Rates

ATLANTA – State Representative Karen Lupton (D–Chamblee) urges CareSource and Peach State Health Plan to rescind recent decisions to reduce Medicaid reimbursement rates and return to their previously agreed-upon reimbursement rates until the next reenrollment period. These private care management organizations (CMOs) recently notified providers of reimbursement reductions to 80 percent of the Medicaid fee schedule, effective in May.

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Rep. Mary Ann Santos Named 2026 Legislative Champion by Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence

ATLANTA – State Representative Mary Ann Santos (D–McDonough) has been named a 2026 Legislative Champion by the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (GCADV). The honor seeks to recognize Rep. Santos’ commitment to protecting victims and advancing policy that addresses domestic violence across Georgia.

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Reps. Davis, Schofield and Scott: Upholding the Constitution Requires a Veto of HB 297, HB 369 and SB 33

By State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) and Sandra G. Scott (D-Rex)

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In government, process is not a formality; it is the safeguard that protects the people.

That is why we have formally requested that Governor Brian Kemp veto three pieces of legislation passed during the 2026 session: House Bill 297, House Bill 36 and Senate Bill 33. This request is not rooted in politics. It is grounded in the Constitution, supported by documented evidence and driven by our responsibility to protect the people of Georgia.

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