Inside the Gold Dome: Legislative Recap with Senator Shawn Still and Paul Oh
Welcome to this episode of Voice of Business, presented by the Gwinnett Chamber! Today, we’re diving into the 2025 Legislative Session with guest host Paul Oh, Vice President of Public Policy and External Affairs at the Gwinnett Chamber, and special guest Senator Shawn Still, who represents Georgia’s 48th Senate District. From his entrepreneurial background in the pool industry to his current role under the Gold Dome, Senator Still shares an engaging perspective on the legislative process and how real relationships—across the aisle and across chambers—shape the future of Georgia.
In this Episode:
- 0:00 – Intro
- 0:29 – From Pools to Policy – Senator Still’s Journey
- 2:10 – Building Trust: Why Relationships Matter
- 10:00 – Paging at the Capitol – Behind the Scenes
- 12:42 – Tort Reform and Third Party Litigation Funding
- 21:54 – Georgia’s Bold Move on Income Tax Reductions
- 33:21 – SR48 – Recognizing the Gwinnett Chamber’s Impact
- 36:23 – Finding Your Bill – Using legis.ga.gov
- 37:46 – Looking Ahead: 2026 Is an Election Year
The “Gwinnett Chamber Voice of Business” Podcast is presented by Gwinnett Magazine and produced in partnership with Business RadioX. Hosted by President & CEO Nick Masino, this show features engaging fireside chats with prominent business leaders, offering invaluable insights into leadership, small business growth, economic development, and inclusive best practices in business.