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Introduced
03/04/2020
03/04/2020
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/26/2020
06/26/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding public officers and employees, so as to revise provisions regarding whistleblowers; to broaden the scope of persons who may report information to public employers; to expand the definition of retaliation; to extend the statute of limitations regarding public employer retaliation; to provide a misdemeanor offense for violations; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Georgia Anti-Corruption Act, aims to revise provisions regarding whistleblowers in the state. It broadens the scope of who can report information to public employers, expands the definition of retaliation, extends the statute of limitations for public employer retaliation, and creates a misdemeanor offense for violations. The bill also provides new legal remedies for those who experience retaliation, including the ability to seek reinstatement, compensation for lost wages, and attorney's fees. The overall purpose is to strengthen protections for those who disclose potential fraud, waste, or abuse in state programs and operations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 03/09/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| BillText | http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/20192020/192139.pdf | 03/05/2020 |
| Bill | http://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/en-us/display/20192020/hb/1107 | 03/05/2020 |
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