Politics & Government
Patch Poll: What's the Most Important Issue Before the General Assembly?
Lawmakers will be back in town next Monday for the 2016 legislative session. Tell us what you think they should -- and shouldn't -- tackle

ATLANTA GA -- The Georgia General Assembly convenes next week under the Gold Dome, as lawmakers head to Atlanta for their 2016 legislative session.
Among the many topics lawmakers are expected to tackle are the expanded use of cannabis oil for medicinal purposes; tying teacher pay to classroom performance; another major transportation spending bill; reforming Georgia’s craft brewing regulations; and a religious liberty bill designed to protect citizens from government intrusion into their personal and business affairs.
Patch wants to know what you think. Take our poll below and tell us what you believe the lawmakers’ priorities ought to be. And stay with Patch as we bring you the most comprehensive coverage of political and governmental news from throughout our community.
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