In front of what AJC Political Reporter Greg Bluestein described as "one of the most crowded press conferences I’ve seen in years at the Gold Dome," Governor Brian Kemp laid out his plan to level the playing field in our courtrooms, ban hostile foreign powers from taking advantage of consumers and legal proceedings, stabilize insurance costs for businesses and consumers, increase transparency and fairness, and ensure Georgia continues to be the best place to live, work, and raise a family.

The announcement has since received praise from, leaders and members of the Georgia General Assembly, doctors, industry partners, and other stakeholders.

Read more of what they are saying:

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR BURT JONES

"My position on this important issue has always been the same. If we want to continue to be the #I state in which to do business, we must foster a business-friendly climate. We have to work together to ensure that we put families and consumers first by tackling the hidden costs we all pay thanks to Georgia's current tort laws. I look forward to working with those in the General Assembly to move these bills through the legislative process."

SENATOR JOHN F. KENNEDY

"Georgia’s current legal environment raises prices and undermines the ability of job creators to start and grow their business.

@GovKemp’s tort reform legislation will level the playing field in our courts and stabilize costs for families and consumers. I look forward to working alongside my colleagues to get this meaningful tort reform across the finish line."

HOUSE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE JAN JONES

"...@GovKemp announced plans for lawsuit reform that will reduce insurance costs, helping business owners keep the lights on, while preserving citizens' rights to legal relief. I look forward to discussing these issues and enabling Georgia to stay competitive."

GEORGIA HOUSE REPUBLICAN CAUCUS

"The Georgia House stands ready to support @GovKemp’s efforts this session to bring meaningful judicial reform to our state and ease burdens on our state’s job creators!"

CAYLEE NOGGLE - PRESIDENT, GEORGIA HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION

"Georgia Hospital Association members and their physicians applauded our elected leaders, including Office of Governor Brian P. Kemp , Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones , and Speaker Jon Burns, today in support of common sense, fair tort reforms that will rebalance the system and protect access to healthcare, improve patient safety and outcomes, and preserve our workforce."

CHRIS CLARK - PRESIDENT/CEO, GEORGIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

"...Georgia took an important step forward to curb lawsuit abuse, to protect families, small business and our economic competitiveness. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce and our 50,000 members and their millions of hard working Georgians team members will work day and night for bipartisan legislation that ensures our legal system is focused on justice and not jackpots!"

KATIE KIRKPATRICK - PRESIDENT & CEO, METRO ATLANTA CHAMBER

"MAC supports Governor Kemp for his strong commitment to enacting meaningful tort reform. As a top legislative priority for the Metro Atlanta Chamber, we know the critical importance of this effort to address key challenges faced by businesses and healthcare providers. Governor Kemp’s proposed legislative package aims to bring balance to legal proceedings and create parity with neighboring states."

MARSHA POORAK - CEO, SOUTHERN ELECTRIC COMPANY, LLC

"Businesses in our state showed up strong this morning to support Governor Kemp’s tort reform efforts!  It was incredible standing on the steps behind him with medical professionals, construction workers, convenience store owners, and many more... The turnout demonstrated what we already know: tort reform is desperately needed by almost every industry in our state."

GEORGIA CHILD CARE ASSOCIATION

"Child care centers across Georgia are facing skyrocketing insurance premiums—some increasing over 20% annually. These rising costs make it harder for centers to stay open and affordable for families.

The Georgia Child Care Association (GCCA) supports civil justice reforms to address the financial strain caused by excessive lawsuits and large settlements. Our goal is to strike a balance that ensures fair outcomes while reducing unnecessary financial burdens on child care providers."

GEORGIA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION

"We're standing with Governor Kemp for Legal Reform!