House Study Committee on Education Finance; create
This bill creates a House Study Committee on Education Finance to examine Georgia's current school funding system. The committee will review the Quality Basic Education formula, equalization grants, and other financing methods to determine if they remain fair and effective. It consists of five members including committee chairs and two appointees who will study funding issues and recommend changes if needed. The committee will operate for two years, ending December 31, 2026, and must submit a report with its findings and any proposed legislation before that date.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 25, 2026
Last action Mar 31, 2026
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Mar 31, 2026
Lower · Passed
House Committee Favorably Reported
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Mar 25, 2026
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
6 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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