2022 Midterm ElectionsGeorgia Governor Unveils Push for Expanded Gun-Carry RightsSaveMark Us Preferred on GooglePrintGeorgia Gov. Brian Kemp holds a news conference in Atlanta on Nov. 24, 2020. Ben Gray/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via APZachary StieberSenior Reporter1/5/2022|Updated: 1/5/2022Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp said on Jan. 5 that he would push for a state law to loosen requirements for state residents to carry a handgun in public.Kemp, a Republican, announced the effort at a gun store near Atlanta alongside state lawmakers and gun owners.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.