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The announcement comes after Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson passed away in November after being diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer.

Georgia Pathways has just 6,500 enrollees. That’s a small fraction of its goals. Before it launched, Gov. Kemp aides said it could attract perhaps 90,000 enrollees.

House lawmakers plan a pivotal vote on the proposal this week. Kemp has threatened to call a special session if it doesn't pass.