Handicapped persons; blind persons shall not be discriminated against in matters relating to child custody; provisions
Summary
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 4 of Title 30 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to rights of persons with disabilities, so as to define a term; to provide that blind persons shall not be discriminated against by the courts, Department of Human Services, or a child-placing agency in matters relating to child custody, guardianship, visitation, placement, or adoption; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2018
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 8, 2018
Last action Feb 13, 2018
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