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Governor Brian P. Kemp
@GovKemp
83rd Governor of Georgia
Georgia, USAgov.georgia.govJoined November 2018

Governor Brian P. Kemp’s Tweets

Marty and I believe that every child in Georgia has a right to a high-quality education, no matter their zip code. That's why we're working hard for students, parents, and teachers, and we'll continue to do so!
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Great job creators like continue to expand their operations here in the Peach State because they know we're a safe bet for success. We're thankful this brand is bringing even more jobs and more of their delicious products to Georgia!
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.@GovKemp today announced that family-owned, Hawaii-inspired food company @KingsHawaiian will invest more than $85 million in expanding its Oakwood facility, creating 160 new jobs in Hall County. Read more: bit.ly/3sOxLIE
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As we observe the start of #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, we're celebrating the rich history and cultural contributions that Georgia's indigenous people have made to our state and nation. Marty and I have been honored to meet with the leaders of Georgia's tribes while in office.
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I'm proud of what we've accomplished over these past four years, but I'm never content for us to rest on our laurels. When it comes to bringing jobs and opportunity to every part of the Peach State, we're going to Keep Choppin'!
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Congratulations to Chief Schierbaum on this prestigious appointment. Marty and I know he'll continue to work hard serving the in this leadership role, and we look forward to furthering our partnership between the state and local level to keep our communities safe.
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Mayor @AndreForAtlanta appointed Darin Schierbaum as the 26th Chief of @Atlanta_Police: “A proponent of 21st Century Policing, Chief Schierbaum will continue building deep ties between the Atlanta police and the community they serve." bit.ly/3WapsUK #MovingAtlantaForward
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The hardworking men & women of ’s Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit and their partners in law enforcement are using every tool at their disposal to pursue traffickers and buyers and keep Georgians safe. Thank you all for your commitment to protecting our communities!
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A Gwinnett Co. man, age 23, has pleaded guilty to Human Trafficking in a case that marks our Unit's first undercover chat case. The defendant solicited a purported 14-year-old female online for sex but was actually communicating w/ an undercover officer. law.georgia.gov/press-releases
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Marty, the girls, and I are holding Steven Blesi's family and the entire community in our prayers following the tragedy in Seoul over the weekend. We join them in mourning his passing and ask that God comfort them with cherished memories of this native Georgian.
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Kennesaw State University officials were deeply saddened to learn that KSU student Steven Blesi was among the more than 150 people tragically killed in this weekend’s Halloween incident in Seoul, South Korea. (1/5)
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All of Georgia joins our South Korean friends in mourning the tragic loss of 153 lives in Seoul this weekend. As we keep them and their families in our prayers, Marty, the girls, and I ask that you join us in offering condolences to the people of Korea and .
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Here in the No. 1 state for business, the ports never stop. Last year alone, Georgia saw $166 billion in global trade with over $42 billion worth of exports. 85% of those exports came from small businesses here in the Peach State.
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GPA Container Yard Manager Peter Schandolph Jr. captured some great images of sunrise over the Port of Savannah's 24/7 vessel operation.
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We created the Gang Prosecution Unit to take the fight to dangerous criminals, and it is working! Great partnerships like this are taking gang members off our streets. Thank you, , for making sure these criminals face justice.
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Working with @CobbPoliceDept & @PauldingSheriff, our Gang Prosecution Unit has secured the indictment of 5 individuals in a case that involves a drive-by shooting that is alleged to have occurred in Marietta in June 2021. Read more here ⬇️ law.georgia.gov/press-releases
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In our fight to end human trafficking, we’re focused on pursuing not just traffickers, but also buyers who participate in this abuse. Thank you to the Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit for ensuring those who harm others face justice.
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Georgia has more film/TV business than ever before! The latest expansion of this growing industry here in the No. 1 state for business comes from , which will invest $180M in a 53-acre production campus at Fort Gillem. Congratulations on this great new chapter!
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Exciting news! variety.com/2022/artisans/
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Today, we broke ground on the largest economic development project in GA history, celebrating ’s new chapter in the No. 1 state for business! Thanks to strong partnerships, assets like the , & our great workforce, we’ll make even more history in the years ahead.
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This marks the single-largest investment by a business in Henry County, ever. When it comes to projects like this here in the No. 1 state for business, we're going to keep choppin'!
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Today, Governor Brian Kemp announced that NewCold, a global leader in automated distribution and cold chain logistics, will build and operate an advanced, large-scale automated distribution facility in Georgia: bit.ly/3TLOyr6
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Marty, the girls, and I are wishing all those who celebrate a festive #Diwali. May you have peace and joy as you commemorate the victory of light over darkness and the triumph of good over evil.
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Working with the General Assembly earlier this year, we ensured Georgia does not and will not have any COVID-19 vaccine mandates. This continues to be the case as we move further beyond the pandemic.
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Marty and I enjoyed spending time with some hardworking Georgians in the wood pallet industry yesterday who play a vital role in keeping our state No. 1 for business and a major exporter. Last year, Georgia trade topped $166B with over $42B in exports, and we'll keep choppin'!
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Marty, the girls, and I are very saddened to learn of Charley Trippi's passing. A legend on and off the field, his achievements continue to inspire current and aspiring players on the gridiron. Please keep the family of this great man and icon in your prayers.
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Rest In Peace Charley Trippi - one of the most dynamic athletes in American, @NFL, @GeorgiaFootball & @BaseballUGA history. A glorious 100 years for a legendary member of numerous Halls of Fame.
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Today and every day, we are thankful for the brave men and women who wear a firefighter's uniform and run toward danger to save the lives and property of their fellow Georgians. Some lay down their very lives in service to their communities. Thank you, , for honoring them.
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On October 14th, 2022 the Georgia Public Safety Training Center hosted the Georgia Fallen Firefighter Memorial. We are eternally grateful for the sacrifice that these men and women make on a daily basis. For more pictures view the link below: flic.kr/s/aHBqjAbSdr
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The Gang Prosecution Unit we created with the legislature this year is delivering quick and strong results. and his hardworking team are taking the fight to these criminals, and I look forward to more announcements like this under his leadership.
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Our Gang Prosecution Unit has indicted 4 alleged members of the Inglewood Family Gangster Bloods in Dougherty Co. for murder, weapons offenses & other violent crimes. This is our first indictment out of SW Georgia & our fifth indictment in just 2 weeks. law.georgia.gov/press-releases
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Today, I held a roundtable with representatives from Black Chambers of Commerce from across Georgia. Joined by Small Business & Supplier Diversity Manager Julian Bailey, I heard directly from them about how we can keep our state No. 1 for business for ALL Georgians.
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Marty, the girls, and I were saddened to learn of the passing of Rep. Henry 'Wayne' Howard. His loved ones and the community he served with dedication will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time of mourning. Please join us in honoring his life and service.
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Congratulations to the Narcotics Unit on this major win! Thank you for taking these drugs off our streets. As valued partners in the fight against gangs and violent criminals, we will not rest when it comes to keeping our communities safe.
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On behalf of Georgians everywhere, thank you to the brave men and women of the , both past and present, who have defended America and our values on the high seas over the past 247 years.
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Meanwhile, we've saved Georgians ~$800M at the pump by suspending the state gas tax, returned $1.1B+ to Georgia taxpayers, and passed the biggest tax cut in state history. We can't fix everything Washington has broken, but we'll keep fighting to lessen the burden on our people!
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Farmers put food on our tables, represent the values that make both our state and nation great, and live in every single county in Georgia. On this National Farmers Day, we thank these hardworking men and women for all they do as part of our state’s No. 1 industry.
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