Georgia lawmakers are setting aside nearly $60 million from this year’s amended budget to give $1,000 bonuses to tens of thousands of state employees.
The one-time bonuses will go to those who make less than $80,000 per year.
Gov. Brian Kemp says the move is meant to thank front-line workers for their efforts during the pandemic.
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