COVID-19 in Georgia
Overview
Georgia Can’t Afford Another Lost Decade: Options to Increase State Revenues to Close Budget Shortfalls
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Georgia is facing an economic and fiscal crisis that threatens the …
Georgia’s COVID-19 Public Health Response Must Include Support for Stable, Quality Housing
The COVID-19 pandemic is making it even more clear how interconnected health is with other areas of life …
Students Need to Be Secure to Be Successful
The coronavirus pandemic reveals the fragile financial situations of many Georgia college students. Many Georgia students struggle to …
Fast Facts on Medicaid Expansion
Key Takeaways The COVID-19 pandemic is disproportionately affecting Black Georgians, who are more likely to contract and pass …
Crises Demand Counselors: Pandemic Underscores Need for More School Counselors, Mental Health Professionals
Key Takeaways School closures triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic mean that students are not receiving the mental health …
State Leaders Must Prioritize Long-term Recovery with 2021 Budget; Federal Fiscal Relief Needed
Key Takeaways The coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic decline could lead to steep revenue shortfalls without sufficient federal …
Policy Priorities
Recent Press
GBPI Recommendations

Take advantage of Medicaid’s flexibility and the increased federal match rate by:

Use new funding available for health care to:

Further improve access to SNAP by:

Help families access unemployment insurance through:
Resources for Georgians

Health
The Georgia Department of Public Health created a COVID-19 page with updates from the governor, information on how to prevent the spread of the virus and other guidance for individuals during this public health emergency. They also have a daily status report site to track confirmed cases of COVID-19 across the state.

Disconnected Services

Education

Unemployment

Food

Resources for Immigrants
- Asian Americans Advancing Justice Atlanta: You can call (404) 890-5655 or email immigration@advancingjustice-atlanta.org
- Latin American Association: You can call (404) 471-1889 or visit their website