Governor Brian P. Kemp joined members of the General Assembly to unveil Georgia Pathways, a 1115 demonstration waiver to provide an opportunity for 408,000 Georgians to have access to health insurance.

"Right now in our state, there are thousands of people working, training, volunteering, or getting an education who cannot afford employer-sponsored insurance or a plan on the open market," said Governor Kemp. "These Georgians need coverage, but they have run out of realistic options. The Georgia Pathways Waiver addresses this challenge by providing 408,000 Georgians with access to obtain affordable health insurance.

"Georgia Pathways is innovative, cost-effective, and tailored to meet the healthcare needs of individuals and families in every part of the Peach State. Together, Georgia Pathways and Georgia Access encompass the entire healthcare delivery system, showcase our priorities, reflect our values, and put patients first.”

“The process of conservative leadership rolling out meaningful healthcare reform continues to gain momentum for hardworking Georgians and their families through the Georgia Pathways program,” said Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan. “This program is laser-focused on solving the issues of affordability and access by further stabilizing the healthcare markets and connecting real career opportunities with Georgians to generate an accelerated rate of prosperity. It’s encouraging to go to work down at the Capitol every day knowing that Georgia is leading the national conversation on healthcare reform.”

“From the beginning, we have sought a Georgia-designed solution that serves our citizens and empowers them through access to quality, affordable healthcare,” said Speaker David Ralston. “Georgia Pathways is an innovative plan that speaks to that goal. I commend Governor Kemp and his team for their work, and I trust our federal partners will work expeditiously to review this proposal.”