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Infrastructure

Infrastructure investment

Infrastructure is a recognized challenge for Georgia's cities and counties heading into 2026, cited by the Georgia Municipal Association alongside housing and mental health as a key issue for the legislative session. Georgia's growing population places pressure on roads, water systems, broadband, and other public infrastructure, prompting debate over funding levels and priorities.

How should Georgia prioritize and fund infrastructure improvements?

How important is this to you?

Sources

Georgia Municipal Association Legislative Policy Council — https://www.gacities.com/articles/policy-politics-and-perspective-a-look-at-georgias-legislative-and-political
The conversation spanned the 2025 legislative session, the 2026 election cycle, and ongoing challenges including housing, infrastructure, mental health, and artificial intelligence.
Positions on this issue  ·  liberal → conservative
  1. Significantly increase state and federal infrastructure spending, prioritizing public transit and green infrastructure.
  2. Expand state infrastructure investment with dedicated funding for broadband, water systems, and road safety.
  3. Maintain current infrastructure funding levels while seeking federal grants and public-private partnerships.
  4. Focus infrastructure spending on high-return projects and require local cost-sharing to limit state expenditures.
  5. Privatize infrastructure where possible and minimize state spending to reduce the burden on Georgia taxpayers.