Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Speaker Jon Burns, members of the General Assembly, educators, and students, signed multiple bills into law that ensure fairness in school sports, further safeguard students and teachers, and improve the quality of education in Georgia.

"As the parents of three daughters, Marty and I know just how important it is to keep our children safe and to give them the best possible start in life," said Governor Brian Kemp. "That's why I'm proud to sign these bills that will further safeguard our classrooms, both from those with violent intentions and from out-of-touch political agendas. Girls should not have to share a playing field, a restroom, or a locker room with boys and vice versa, and the commonsense legislation I signed today is about what is fair and safe for our children. I want to thank the members of the General Assembly for putting the well-being of our students over politics. Like Marty and me, they want to protect their daughters and sons, they want them to grow up and compete in a fair environment, and they want their children to know that political agendas won’t dictate their lives."

"I want to thank Governor Brian Kemp, Speaker Burns, and all of the elected officials who worked tirelessly to ensure that these two priorities received final passage," said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. "As the father of two school-aged children, there is nothing more important than their safety and the protection of their rights. A secure and safe school environment fosters improved student academic performance, along with their overall well-being. Additionally, Senate Bill 1 becoming law ensures the protection of women's sports and I am proud that the Senate led the way for this bill to become law. Today's bill signing ceremony solidifies that in Georgia, we are prioritizing our children, teachers, school personnel, and the protection of women's sports over politics." 

"Today, the General Assembly affirmed our longstanding and ongoing commitment to the safety, success, and well-being of Georgia's children," said Speaker of the House Jon Burns. "Our children are our future, and their future begins in our education system. That's why securing our classrooms, strengthening school safety, and increasing access to mental healthcare for our students was a top priority for the House this session, and that's exactly what HB 268 accomplishes. The House also took a stand to restore common sense and fairness for female athletes by championing the Riley Gaines Act. Thanks to the protections set forth by this legislation, female athletes here in Georgia will never be forced to face a biological male on the court, on the field, or in the locker room."