Environment

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 610: Senate Study Committee on Improving and Increasing Recycling; create

SR 610 creates a Senate Study Committee to evaluate Georgia's recycling system, focusing on challenges like infrastructure gaps, contamination in recyclables, and opportunities to grow in-state markets for materials such as glass, aluminum, and plastics. The committee, composed of eight Senate members and five industry experts (including representatives from manufacturers, recycling facilities, and state agencies), will study current recycling practices, barriers to efficiency, and potential solutions. It must submit recommendations by December 1, 2026, to improve recycling rates and support economic development through better material recovery. The resolution does not enact new laws but establishes a process for gathering data and industry input to inform future policy.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates committee to study and improve recycling infrastructure, addressing contamination and expanding in-state markets for recyclables like glass/aluminum, directly conserving resources and reducing waste.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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introduced · Georgia · House Jan 29, 2026

HB 1054: Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 2026; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 31 of the O.C.G.A., relating to health, so as to provide that persons doing business in this state shall not expose individuals to chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity without first giving clear and reasonable warning nor discharge such chemicals into drinking water; to provide for the content and manner of the giving of such warnings; to provide for exceptions; to provide that the Governor shall publish lists of such chemicals; to authorize the Attorney General and, under specified conditions, district attorneys and other persons to seek injunctions and civil penalties; to provide for the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Fund and its purposes and funding; to provide for related matters; to provide a contingent effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires warnings for carcinogens/toxic chemicals and prohibits their discharge into drinking water, directly protecting water quality and public health from environmental contaminants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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died · Georgia · House Apr 4, 2025

HB 249: Public utilities; solar power facility agreements; revise provisions

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 46 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to generation and distribution of electricity generally, so as to revise provisions relating to solar power facility agreements; to revise provisions relating to the waiver of certain requirements of such agreements; to provide for the certification by the Environmental Protection Division of the Department of Natural Resources that solar power facility agreements meet certain requirements; to provide civil penalties; to revise and provide for definitions; to provide an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill revises solar power facility agreements and requires environmental certification, facilitating renewable energy development per indicators.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill revises solar power agreements requiring Environmental Protection Division certification, promoting clean energy infrastructure and environmental compliance standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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signed · Georgia · Senate Jul 1, 2025

SB 144: Fertilizers or Pesticides; a manufacturer cannot be held liable for failing to warn consumers of health risks above those required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency; clarify

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 6 of Chapter 7 of Title 2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to liability for use of fertilizers, plant growth regulators, or pesticides, so as to clarify that a manufacturer cannot be held liable for failing to warn consumers of health risks above those required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency with respect to pesticides; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to provide for applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prevents manufacturers from being liable for health risks beyond EPA requirements, weakening potential state-level environmental protections by capping liability at federal minimums.85% confidence

introduced · Georgia · House Feb 24, 2025

HB 543: Get the Lead Out of School Drinking Water Act; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 1 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to education, so as to require testing of drinking water in child care learning centers and schools for lead contamination; to provide for notice and reporting of test results and remediation plans; to provide for definitions; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for an exemption; to prohibit waivers; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates lead testing and remediation in school drinking water, ensuring student safety and infrastructure protection per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires lead testing in school water, reducing contamination and protecting public health/environment from a known pollutant.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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died · Georgia · House Apr 4, 2025

HB 424: Agriculture; clarify that a manufacturer cannot be held liable for failing to warn consumers of health risks above those required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 6 of Chapter 7 of Title 2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to liability for use of fertilizers, plant growth regulators, or pesticides, so as to clarify that a manufacturer cannot be held liable for failing to warn consumers of health risks above those required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency with respect to pesticides; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to provide for applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prevents manufacturers from being liable for not warning about health risks beyond EPA requirements, weakening state-level pesticide regulations and environmental protections.85% confidence

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introduced · Georgia · House Jan 15, 2025

HR 9: General Assembly; create Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Fund; authorize - CA

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Georgia so as to provide that revenue derived from the regulation of safe drinking water and toxic enforcement may be dedicated for certain purposes and not deposited into the general fund; to authorize the General Assembly to create the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Fund; to provide that such funds shall not lapse; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates dedicated Safe Drinking Water Fund for specific purposes, prevents revenue from lapsing, and ensures funds are not diverted to general fund - directly supporting fiscal management for essential environmental programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates dedicated fund for safe drinking water and toxic enforcement, directly advancing environmental protection and pollution control through targeted funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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died · Georgia · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 211: PFAS Receiver Shield Act; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 51 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to torts, so as to provide for immunity from certain lawsuits related to certain chemicals; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill grants legal immunity for PFAS chemical-related lawsuits, reducing accountability for environmental contamination and weakening pollution control enforcement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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introduced · Georgia · House Feb 6, 2025

HB 261: Motor vehicles; annual reduction of licensing fees for alternative fueled vehicles; provide

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to registration and licensing of motor vehicles, so as to provide for annual reduction of licensing fees for alternative fueled vehicles; to provide for a waiver of the fee for an alternative fueled specialty license plate upon proof of payment of the required licensing fee; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyReduces licensing fees for alternative fueled vehicles, incentivizing cleaner transportation adoption and aligning with renewable energy transition goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEncourages adoption of cleaner vehicles through fee reductions, promoting lower emissions and supporting alternative fuel use.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationReduces licensing fees for alternative fueled vehicles, promoting sustainable transportation adoption through financial incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Driver Licensing Electric Vehicles Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Georgia · Senate Feb 11, 2025

SB 135: "Coastal Island Preservation Act"; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding parks, historic areas, memorials, and recreation, so as to restrict development of residential structures on certain coastal islands; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricts residential development on coastal islands to preserve natural habitats and ecosystems, directly advancing environmental conservation.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRestricts residential development on coastal islands, limiting housing availability and contradicting affordable housing goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Property Development

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