New Laws Aim to Strengthen Georgia’s Workforce

May 12, 2025

Finding and keeping qualified workers has been an ongoing challenge for many small businesses

NFIB applauded Gov. Brian Kemp for signing four bills that will help more Georgians get the education and training they need to find good jobs and help small businesses fill open positions.

The bills are designed to connect students and job seekers with real opportunities and support programs that help people finish school and start careers.

“Finding and keeping good workers is one of the greatest challenges facing Georgia small businesses,” NFIB State Director Hunter Loggins said. “These laws will go a long way toward addressing this persistent problem.”

The governor signed:

HB 192 (Top State for Talent Act) makes the Georgia MATCH program part of state law. This program shows high school seniors which colleges have already accepted them based on their grades, making it easier for them to plan their future.
HB 38 keeps the college completion grant program going through 2029. It also makes more students eligible for help by lowering the number of credits they need to qualify. This means more students in state universities and technical colleges can finish school without as much debt.
HB 172 boosts support for veterinarians working in rural areas. It raises the amount of loan help they can get—from $80,000 over four years to $90,000 over three years—if they specialize in farm animals.
SB 85 creates a scholarship program for current and former foster youth. After other grants and aid are applied, these students can receive up to $30,000 a year to help pay for college.