Speaker Jon Burns Announces 2026 House Blue-Ribbon Study Committees

ATLANTA- Today, House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) announced the creation of seven 2026 House Blue-Ribbon Study Committees. The House Blue-Ribbon Study Committees will work throughout the interim to gather the facts and hear from citizens, experts and stakeholders on key policy areas impacting Georgia.

"The Georgia House has been and will continue to be laser-focused on delivering results on the issues that matter most to our fellow Georgians," said Speaker Jon Burns. "The creation of the 2026 House Blue-Ribbon Study Committees reflects our ongoing commitment to pursuing common-sense policy solutions to the challenges and opportunities that will shape Georgia's future success."

Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Community Health and Healthcare Oversight

The Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Community Health and Healthcare Oversight will evaluate Georgia's overall healthcare landscape to improve access, strengthen patient protections and identify practical policy solutions to enhance outcomes, efficiency and accountability across the state.

Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Transportation Infrastructure and Vehicle Regulation

The Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Transportation Infrastructure and Vehicle Regulation will evaluate Georgia's transportation networks and regulations to improve efficiency, streamline utility right-of-way coordination, control costs and strengthen safety statewide.

Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Local Government Taxation, Funding, and Budgeting

The Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Local Government Taxation, Funding, and Budgeting will evaluate Georgia's local funding mechanisms to strengthen transparency, ensure fairness for hardworking taxpayers and increase fiscal accountability for local governments.

Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Criminal Post-Conviction Litigation

The Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Criminal Post-Conviction Litigation will examine Georgia's post-conviction legal framework to protect constitutional rights, reduce delays and improve the efficiency of the state's justice system.

Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Youth Exposure to Kratom and Retail-Available Substances

The Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Youth Exposure to Kratom and Retail-Available Substances will evaluate the impact of these products on minors to strengthen protections, reduce access and create healthier outcomes for Georgia's youth.

Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Education Performance Metrics and Workforce Stability

The Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Education Performance Metrics and Workforce Stability will evaluate Georgia's education evaluation measures to strengthen accountability, improve student success and strengthen teacher recruitment and retention.

Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on the Impact of Online Platforms on Georgia Youth

The Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on the Impact of Online Platforms on Georgia Youth will evaluate the effects of online platforms on minors to strengthen safety protections, address mental health concerns and promote age-appropriate access to online content.

Additional details regarding appointments to the 2026 House Blue-Ribbon Study Committees are forthcoming.

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