
UAC works closely with Tolar Capitol Partners, monitoring and reporting weekly during each legislative session through Capitol Connection updates. These e-newsletters also include short surveys to "take the pulse" of UAC members on current legislative and industry issues.
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Q: As lawmakers face Crossover Day, which topic is of most interest to you?
48%...Lawsuit reforms to stop jackpot jury awards and improve insurance rates
26%...Continued reduction to state income taxes
16%...Hurricane Helene relief bills to help those impacted by devastating damage
6%.....Changes to CUVA to help protect farmland in production
4%.....Pesticide labeling process clarification to help keep these products available
Q: What action would you like to see taken on cell phones in schools?
70%...I support prohibiting students in K - 8 grades from using cell phones during school hours
26%...I think they should only be used by students in the classroom/approved by the teacher
4%.....I do not have a problem with students having personal cell phones during school hours
Q: As the lawsuit reform bill gets close to a vote, which best reflects your perspective on these potential policy changes?
56%...Law changes are needed to help reduce insurance cost increases.
40%...Jackpot payouts are encouraging false or exaggerated claims. It needs to stop.
4%.....Making "one call, that's all" trial lawyers mad makes me happy.
Q: Have you ever thought about running for public office?
74%...Nope...not a chance!
11%....Yes, serving as a State Representative/Senator is of interest to me.
10%....Yes, serving at the City/County level would be interesting.
5%......Yes, I think serving in the U.S. Congress would be rewarding.
0%......Yes, I would like to serve in a Georgia statewide office.
Q: Which of the following issues is creating the most concern for your business?
52%...Increased cost of inputs (energy, equipment, chemicals/fertilizer)
24%...A shortage of workers/retaining workers
19%...Insurance coverage and fear of frivolous lawsuits
5%.....Impact of taxes and fees on business operations

Bryan Tolar is Principal of Tolar Capitol Partners, working in various ag-related industries as well the Georgia General Assembly, the Executive Branch, and numerous regulatory agencies.