Approval could have major implications for Black Georgians, who are more likely to live in less energy efficient homes and often pay more for electricity.

The walk to and from school for Mechanicsville resident Shatoya Kent and her 6-year-old daughter, Zyvanna, usually takes about four minutes. Last week, they learned that won’t be the case much longer.

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