Georgia Bills

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 978: Senate Study Committee on Higher Education Funding; create

This bill creates a Senate Study Committee on Higher Education Funding to examine how Georgia's universities and technical colleges are currently funded. The committee will study the existing funding formulas, which are based on student enrollment rather than student outcomes, and explore whether these formulas need updating to account for changes like virtual instruction and declining enrollment. The six-member committee will meet to investigate these issues and can recommend new legislation to the General Assembly. The committee will operate until December 1, 2026, and must submit a final report before that date.

Clint Dixon (R) Chuck Payne (R) Sally Harrell (D) Billy Hickman (R) Larry Walker (R)

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1942: Dan Magill Memorial Intersection; Clarke County; dedicate

This bill dedicates an intersection in Athens-Clarke County as the Dan Magill Memorial Intersection to honor the life of Mr. Dan Magill, a former University of Georgia athlete, coach, and administrator. The legislation authorizes the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs at the intersection of State Route 15AL and Woodlawn Avenue bearing the memorial name. The bill recognizes Magill's contributions to Georgia athletics, including his 34-year tenure as head tennis coach and his role in establishing the university's tennis complex. Copies of the resolution will be distributed to Magill's family and the Department of Transportation.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1946: House Study Committee on Constituent Services Modernization and Accountability; create

This bill establishes a temporary House Study Committee to examine how Georgia's state legislature provides constituent services to residents. The committee will consist of five representatives, with three appointed by the Speaker and two by the Minority Leader, and will study current practices, identify problems, and recommend improvements to make constituent assistance more modern, standardized, and accountable. The committee has the authority to meet as needed, receive standard legislative allowances, and submit a final report by December 1, 2026, which may include policy recommendations or proposed legislation. All committee members will be compensated according to existing state law, with funding drawn from the House of Representatives' budget.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1072: Newman, Donald; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution that recognizes and commends Donald Newman for his extensive public service to Georgia. It directly affects Newman by formally honoring his 44 consecutive years of service on the Mount Zion City Council and his leadership roles in community organizations like the Carroll County Water Authority and a local health care clinic. The resolution highlights his long-standing contributions to civic welfare and authorizes the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the commendation to Newman. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges past achievements rather than establishing new laws or policies.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1071: Trott, Austin; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Austin Trott for completing a 10-year work anniversary with the Georgia State Senate. The document highlights his career progression from a senate aide in 2015 to his current role as deputy director of the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office, noting his academic background and contributions to legislative operations. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Trott as an official acknowledgment of his service and leadership.

in committee · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1891: House Study Committee on Physicians' Delegation Authority and Supervision of Georgia's Advanced Practice Providers; create

A RESOLUTION creating the House Study Committee on Physicians' Delegation Authority and Supervision of Georgia's Advanced Practice Providers; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 1523: Sumter County Public Facilities Authority; create

A BILL to be entitled an Act to create the Sumter County Public Facilities Authority and to provide for the appointment of members of the authority; to confer powers upon the authority; to authorize and provide for the issuance of revenue bonds; to provide that credit is not pledged; to provide for security, validation, and protection of revenue bonds; to provide bondholder remedies; to fix and provide the venue and jurisdiction; to provide for proceeds as trust funds; to provide for tort immunity; to provide for the tax statutes of property and revenue bonds of the authority; to provide for reversion of assets; to provide for construction and severability; to provide a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SR 1059: Garvin, Chief Torrance; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution recognizing and commending Chief Torrance Garvin of the Savannah Police Department for his 34 years of public service. The resolution highlights his career progression through various divisions, his professional leadership training, and his active involvement in law enforcement organizations. It formally expresses gratitude for his contributions to the City of Savannah and authorizes the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Chief Garvin.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1887: Councilman Alphonso Thomas Memorial Intersection; Henry County; dedicate

This bill designates a specific intersection in Henry County as the Councilman Alphonso Thomas Memorial Intersection to honor his life and public service. It authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the location, which is at the junction of State Route 42/US-23 and East Atlanta Road. The legislation recognizes Councilman Thomas's 35-year career in Stockbridge and his contributions to youth mentorship and civic engagement. Copies of the resolution will be distributed to his family and the Department of Transportation for record-keeping purposes.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 1604: Quality Basic Education Act; require the task force reviewing the effectiveness of existing program weights to meet every two years rather than every three years

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-161 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Quality Basic Education Formula, so as to require the task force reviewing the effectiveness of existing program weights under the "Quality Basic Education Act" to meet every two years rather than every three years; to require such task force to prepare and submit a report; to provide for the requirements of such report; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Education

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1945: House Study Committee on Examining the Implementation, Funding, and Effectiveness of Georgia's CHINS Framework; create

A RESOLUTION creating the House Study Committee on Examining the Implementation, Funding, and Effectiveness of Georgia's CHINS Framework; and for other purposes.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 31, 2026

HR 1890: Rockdale Board of Commissioners; appoint members to vacant seats on the Rockdale County Water and Sewerage Authority; urge

A RESOLUTION urging the Rockdale County Board of Commissioners to exercise the power given to them under current law and appoint members to the vacant seats on the Rockdale County Water and Sewerage Authority, including any seats held by holdover members; and for other purposes.

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