
May 13, 2026
A bill sponsored by state Rep. Bill Werkheiser to enable Jeff Davis County to impose a lodging tax has passed both the House and Senate in the Georgia General Assembly.
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May 6, 2026
A measure from state Rep. Bill Werkheiser to raise the threshold levels for the self-insurers guaranty trust fund secured passage in both the House and Senate.
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February 26, 2026
Georgia State Rep. Bill Werkheiser is backing a legislative proposal that could enable Jeff Davis County to enforce an excise tax on public lodging establishments.
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February 20, 2026
State Rep. Bill Werkheiser is backing a Georgia House measure designed to boost cooperation among rural hospital authorities and nonprofit partners.
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