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signed · Georgia · Senate Jan 1, 2026

SB 69: "Georgia Courts Access and Consumer Protection Act"; enact

SB 69, the "Georgia Courts Access and Consumer Protection Act," prohibits courts from considering a driver’s failure to wear a seat belt as evidence of negligence or fault in car accident lawsuits. It also prevents insurance companies from canceling coverage or raising rates due to not wearing a seat belt. The law amends Georgia’s seat belt statute (Code Section 40-8-76.1) to explicitly block such evidence and insurance penalties, effective January 1, 2026. This directly affects drivers involved in civil cases related to vehicle accidents and insurers handling those claims. The bill repeals conflicting laws but does not apply to cases already pending before its effective date.
Mike Hodges (R) Marty Harbin (R) Clint Dixon (R) Chuck Payne (R) Greg Dolezal (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 197: Insurance; health care provider to respond to a private review agent or utility review entity's attempt to discuss the patient's care; detail the effort

HB 197 requires health care providers to make a specific effort to discuss a patient's care with insurance review agents (like private or utility review entities) when medical necessity is questioned. This includes contacting providers directly, using callback systems, or offering website scheduling for later communication during normal business hours. The bill also mandates that insurers implement performance-based programs to reduce prior authorization requirements for high-performing providers who follow evidence-based medicine, with annual reporting to the state department by 2026. It applies to all Georgia health insurance policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires providers to engage insurers on medical necessity, reduces prior authorization barriers for high-performing providers, improving patient access and care coordination.85% confidence
Sharon Cooper (R) Michelle Au (D) Mark Newton (R) Lee Hawkins (R) Trey Kelley (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 567: Professions and businesses; authorize and regulate teledentistry by licensed dentists

HB 567 authorizes licensed dentists in Georgia to provide teledentistry services under specific regulations, directly affecting dentists, dental hygienists, and patients seeking remote dental care. The bill requires dentists to maintain a physical office in Georgia, establish a referral relationship with a local dentist for in-person care, and limit teledentistry to services like emergency evaluations, second opinions, and monitoring - excluding orthodontics or dental appliance delivery. It also mandates that insurance plans cover teledentistry services and defines key terms like "referred dentist" and "store and forward technologies" to ensure proper oversight. The law takes effect January 1, 2026, after being signed by the governor as Act 79.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes teledentistry for dental care, expanding patient access to remote services while maintaining safety regulations through physical office requirements and referral protocols.90% confidence
Debbie Buckner (D) Lee Hawkins (R) Katie Dempsey (R) Matt Hatchett (R) Darlene Taylor (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 351: Board of Natural Resources; modify powers and duties

This Georgia bill (HB 351, now Act 259) amends the state's solid waste management laws governing the Board of Natural Resources. It modifies the Board's powers, revises permitting requirements to require written verification of local zoning compliance, removes certain permit restrictions, updates public meeting notice rules, and removes outdated terminology. The changes directly affect the Board of Natural Resources, local governments managing zoning, and entities handling solid waste permits. The law takes effect January 1, 2026, after being signed by the governor in May 2025.
Lynn Smith (R) Vance Smith (R) John Corbett (R) Chas Cannon (R) Robert Dickey (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 179: Appellate practice; digital recording of certain trial proceedings; provide

HB 179 requires Georgia courts to use digital recording systems for specific proceedings instead of traditional court reporters. It mandates digital recording for all felony trials (excluding arraignments and pleas), felony evidentiary hearings, and Georgia State-wide Business Court cases, while allowing judges discretion for misdemeanors and civil cases. The bill establishes rules for implementing and regulating these systems, ensuring key elements like objections, rulings, and evidence appear in the official record. This change directly affects courts handling these cases, defendants in felony trials, and the public by improving access to accurate court records.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates digital recording systems for court proceedings, advancing technology adoption in judicial processes by replacing traditional reporters.95% confidence
Rob Leverett (R) Stan Gunter (R) Tyler Smith (R) Soo Hong (R) Stacey Evans (D)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 584: Health; reassign licensing and oversight of certain treatments and programs from Departments of Community Health to Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

HB 584 transfers licensing and oversight of drug abuse treatment programs, narcotic treatment programs, community living arrangements, and adult residential mental health programs from Georgia's Department of Community Health to the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. The bill establishes the new department as the authority for regulating these programs, including setting fees, enforcing standards, and conducting inspections. It updates definitions, requires annual reporting on treatment data, and ensures continuity for existing licenses through December 31, 2025. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026, and repeals conflicting provisions.
Jesse Petrea (R) John LaHood (R) Brian Prince (D) Ron Stephens (R) Katie Dempsey (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 475: Income tax credit; film, gaming, video or digital production; revise a definition

HB 475 updates Georgia's tax credit program for film, gaming, video, and digital production companies by revising key definitions and rules. It adds a requirement that companies must pay court costs if a court upholds the denial of their certification after an appeal. The bill directly affects businesses seeking these tax credits by clarifying eligibility rules and adding financial consequences for unsuccessful legal challenges. It does not change the credit amount but modifies administrative procedures and dispute resolution processes for the program. The law takes effect January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesUpdates tax credit program for film/gaming industries, maintaining business incentives through clarified definitions without reducing credit amounts.95% confidence
Soo Hong (R) Lauren McDonald (R) Matthew Gambill (R) Will Wade (R) Kasey Carpenter (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 551: Motor vehicles; conditions, procedures, and limitations for issuance of temporary operating permits; provide

HB 551 regulates the use of immobilization devices (like wheel clamps) on trespassing vehicles parked on private property in Georgia. It requires property owners to post clear notices detailing immobilization rules, fees, and recovery options before using such devices, except for residential properties with four or fewer units. The bill limits immobilization to licensed operators in jurisdictions that authorized the practice, sets maximum fees (no storage fees for the first 24 hours), and prohibits automatic surveillance or payments to property owners for immobilization services. It directly affects property owners, towing/storage companies, and vehicle owners whose vehicles are immobilized. The law also removes previous civil penalty authority but authorizes up to $2,500 penalties for violations.
Danny Mathis (R) Todd Jones (R) Rick Jasperse (R) Jason Ridley (R) John Corbett (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 148: Public Accountancy Act of 2025; enact

HB 148, the Public Accountancy Act of 2025, revises Georgia's licensing rules for certified public accountants (CPAs). It requires applicants to complete 150 college credits (including an accounting concentration) and establishes new experience options: one year for those with a bachelor's degree or two years for those without. The bill also updates requirements for accounting firms, reciprocity agreements, and makes minor conforming changes to local government audit laws. These changes directly affect individuals seeking CPA licensure and accounting firms operating in Georgia.
Bruce Williamson (R) Kimberly Alexander (D) John Carson (R) David Wilkerson (D) Alan Powell (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jan 1, 2026

HB 749: Carroll County; Board of Commissioners; chairperson and members; change annual salary

HB 749 amends the salary structure for Carroll County's Board of Commissioners by changing the annual compensation for both the chairperson and board members. This bill directly affects the county's elected officials who serve on the Board of Commissioners, as it modifies the pay established under the 1989 governing law. The key provision updates the salary amounts and includes related language about contractual expenditures, without altering the board's duties or authority. The bill became law as Act 167 on May 13, 2025, and took effect January 1, 2026.
Tyler Smith (R) Jutt Howard (R) Lynn Smith (R) David Huddleston (R)
signed · Georgia · House Jul 14, 2025

HR 7: George C. Trulock, Jr. Memorial Highway; Grady County; dedicate

This resolution honors George C. Trulock, Jr., by dedicating a road in Grady County, Georgia, in his memory. It also honors George Strickland, Jr., by dedicating a bridge in Madison County for his community service and business leadership. The bill specifically names existing roads/bridges for these individuals to recognize their lifelong contributions to their communities and the state. It does not create new infrastructure or alter laws - it is purely a commemorative naming action. The resolution passed and became law as Act 362.
Joe Campbell (R)
signed · Georgia · Senate Jul 1, 2025

SB 351: "Protecting Georgia's Children on Social Media Act of 2024"; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 20 and 39 of the O.C.G.A, relating to education and minors, respectively, so as to provide for social media platform access by minors; to require local boards of education to adopt, implement, and enforce social media policies; to authorize the Attorney General and the Department of Education to consult with and assist local boards of education in the development and implementation of such policies; to require social medial platforms to provide certain information to parents upon request; to provide for enforcement authority of the Attorney General; to prohibit certain waivers; to provide for definitions; to provide for effective dates; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Clint Dixon (R) Shawn Still (R) Randy Robertson (R) Matt Brass (R) Frank Ginn (R)
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