Child custody; presumption of joint physical custody in divorce proceedings; provide
Summary
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 19-9-3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to establishment and review of child custody and visitation, so as to provide for a presumption of joint physical custody in divorce proceedings; to provide for exceptions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 24, 2026
Last action Feb 26, 2026
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Committee
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Feb 24, 2026
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
6 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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