A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend various titles of the O.C.G.A., so as to move the regulation of various professions from individual boards to the Secretary of State; to amend Chapter 14 of Title 10 of the O.C.G.A., relating to cemetery and funeral services; to amend Title 43 of the O.C.G.A., relating to professions and businesses; to amend Code Section 53-2-27 of the O.C.G.A., relating to DNA testing; to amend Title 43 of the O.C.G.A., relating to professions and businesses; to amend Title 43 and Code Section 12-8-107 of the O.C.G.A., relating to professions and businesses; to amend Title 43 of the O.C.G.A., relating to professions and businesses; to amend Code Section 43-10A-5 of the O.C.G.A., relating to powers and duties; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 23 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Judicial Retirement System, so as to provide for the payment of monthly retirement benefits for creditable service as a district attorney at the age of 65 years; to provide for calculation of benefits for individuals who first become members after the effective date of this Act; to provide for calculation of survivors benefits; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHB 579 revises Georgia's licensing laws for professions and businesses, directly affecting licensed professionals (like doctors, therapists, and tradespeople) and the state agencies that oversee their licenses. It updates procedures for license applications, renewals, and board meetings, requires licensing rules to protect public health and safety, and repeals outdated committees for certain counseling boards. The bill also clarifies that licensing board members receive standard state expense allowances and mandates public access to meeting schedules. Signed into law as Act 89, it takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes and honors the Broad Street Concert Band of Sugar Hill for its contributions to the community. It does not create new laws or alter government operations but instead serves to publicly acknowledge the band's role in enriching local culture through music and volunteer service. The resolution expresses appreciation for the group's efforts in strengthening community ties and supporting the city's arts district.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates September 2026 as World OKTA Global Startup Month to honor the contributions of Korean-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. The resolution recognizes the organization's role in fostering innovation, providing mentorship, and strengthening international business networks. It directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press. The measure is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a law that changes regulations or mandates new actions.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends World Financial Group for its contributions to financial education and empowerment. It highlights the company's long history of helping millions of families with insurance, retirement, and wealth-building strategies, particularly noting its significant presence in Georgia. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official honor to acknowledge the organization's achievements and diverse workforce.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, so as to provide for proper operation of a motor vehicle upon approach by an authorized emergency vehicle or by a law enforcement vehicle for purposes of a traffic stop; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 33 and 40 of the O.C.G.A., relating to insurance and motor vehicles and traffic, respectively, so as to strengthen the enforcement authority of the Commissioner of Insurance and to clarify regulations on insurance, insurance fraud, uninsured motorists, excluded drivers, premium tax, insurance rates, claims processing, and uninsured or unregistered motor vehicles; to provide for related matters; to provide for short titles; to provide for legislative purposes; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions, so as to prohibit courts and administrative officers from deferring to agency interpretations of laws and regulations; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 5 of Chapter 10 of Title 15 the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to fees and costs of magistrate courts, so as to revise provisions related to magistrate courts collecting sums and fees authorized by law; to amend an Act to amend Chapter 10 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to magistrate courts, so as to provide for nonpartisan election of magistrates, approved May 14, 2025 (Ga. L. 2025, p. 780), so as to correct a scrivener's error in the automatic repealer in said Act related to a constitutional amendment for the nonpartisan election of judges of the probate court; to provide legislative intent; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.