Georgia Bills

in committee · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1948: State and local authorities; transfer operation of Georgia Capitol Museum from University System of Georgia to Georgia Building Authority; urge

A RESOLUTION urging appropriate state and local authorities to transfer operation of the Georgia Capitol Museum from the University System of Georgia to the Georgia Building Authority; and for other purposes.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 1605: Community Health, Dept. of; making claims for Medicaid estate recovery of funds from ABLE accounts maintained through any qualified ABLE account, except as required by applicable federal law; prohibit

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 9 of Title 30 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Georgia Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE), so as to prohibit the Department of Community Health from making claims for Medicaid estate recovery of funds from ABLE accounts maintained through any qualified ABLE account, except as required by applicable federal law; to provide a definition; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1892: Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month; September 2026; recognize

This bill designates September 2026 as Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month in Clayton County. It aims to increase public understanding of Alzheimer's and dementia, reduce stigma, and encourage early detection. The resolution highlights the county's ongoing efforts to create dementia-friendly environments and support caregivers through existing initiatives.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1058: Williams, Ellen Schornstein; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Ellen Schornstein Williams for her public service to the state of Georgia. The resolution highlights her role as Chief of Staff for Georgia Senator Elena Parent and her volunteer work with humanitarian and civil rights organizations. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Williams as an official acknowledgment of her contributions.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 952: Senate Rosenwald Schools Study Committee; create

This bill establishes the Senate Rosenwald Schools Study Committee to investigate the history and impact of Rosenwald schools, which were 5,000 schools built in the early 1900s to educate African American children in the South through a partnership between Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington. The committee consists of five Senate members appointed by the Senate President, who will research the conditions, needs, and issues related to these schools and submit findings or legislative recommendations before the committee is dissolved on December 1, 2026. Funding for the committee comes from Senate appropriations, and members receive standard legislative allowances for up to five days of service. The study focuses particularly on Rosenwald schools in Georgia, where the program funded over 240 schools serving more than 35,000 children across 103 counties.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1063: Haney, Larry Wayne; condolences

This Senate Resolution honors the life and memory of Larry Wayne Haney, a lifelong resident of Rockmart, Georgia, who passed away on March 22, 2026. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to the community through his business career and his dedication to family, friends, and rodeo life. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Haney's family as a gesture of respect and remembrance.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1056: Pacifico, Deputy Anthony; recognize and commend

This Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Deputy Anthony Pacifico of the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office for his courageous actions in the line of duty. The bill highlights his service since 2018, including his work as a K-9 handler and a specific incident on October 25, 2025, where he intervened to protect a fellow deputy from a knife attack. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the commendation to Deputy Pacifico as official recognition of his bravery and dedication.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1066: Clay IV, Alexander Stephens "Steve"; condolences

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Alexander Stephens "Steve" Clay IV, a prominent Atlanta attorney and civic leader who passed away in November 2025. It recognizes his 48-year legal career at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP, his leadership in arbitration, and his founding role in the Georgia Appleseed Center for Law & Justice, which advocates for children's rights. The Senate formally expresses condolences to his family and directs that copies of the resolution be shared with his loved ones and the organization he helped establish.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1893: House Study Committee on Modernizing the Discovery Process through the Use of New Technologies; create

This bill establishes a House Study Committee to examine how new technologies can improve the discovery process in Georgia's criminal justice system. The committee, composed of 15 members including judges, prosecutors, defense lawyers, and state officials, will study current methods for receiving, storing, and sharing digital evidence and identify more efficient systems. Its work focuses on addressing challenges posed by the growing volume of digital evidence, such as incompatible storage formats and time-consuming data transfers between agencies. The committee must submit a report with findings and potential legislative recommendations by December 1, 2026, and the final report will be made publicly available.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1060: Salem Bible Church; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Salem Bible Church on the occasion of its 135th anniversary. The document highlights the church's historical milestones, including its founding in Atlanta, rebuilding efforts after a fire, and recent expansion under Pastor Jasper Williams Jr. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to the church for distribution. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the church's long history and community service.

in committee · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1894: House Study Committee on the Basic Building Blocks of Transportation; create

This bill establishes a House Study Committee on the Basic Building Blocks of Transportation to investigate rising construction material costs and project delays in Georgia's transportation infrastructure. The 12-member committee, appointed by the Speaker of the House, will examine issues such as escalating asphalt and concrete prices, utility relocation impacts, and oversight of highway construction projects. The committee will have the authority to hold meetings, receive expenses for its work, and submit a report with findings or legislative recommendations before being dissolved on December 1, 2026.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 890: Senate Study Committee on Protecting Free and Fair Markets in Georgia; create

This bill creates a temporary Senate Study Committee to examine market competition and antitrust enforcement in Georgia. The five-member committee will investigate economic concentration in sectors like housing, technology, agriculture, healthcare, and retail, and compare Georgia's policies with those of other states. Funded through Senate appropriations, the committee will hold meetings and submit a final report by December 1, 2026, which may include recommendations for new legislation. The bill does not change any existing laws but establishes a study group to evaluate potential policy improvements.

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