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GA SB87
GA SB87General Assembly; procedures for redistricting of the General Assembly and congressional districts in this state; provide
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Introduced
02/02/2023
02/02/2023
In Committee
02/06/2023
02/06/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 1 of Title 28 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding the General Assembly, so as to provide certain procedures for redistricting of the General Assembly and congressional districts in this state; to provide for certain hearings, information availability, procedures, and notifications; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Georgia's laws to establish certain procedures for redistricting the state's General Assembly and congressional districts. The key provisions include requiring a minimum of two public hearings in each judicial district before and after the introduction of proposed redistricting plans, ensuring public access to the plans and the process used to create them, and mandating that all related meetings, discussions, and deliberations be conducted publicly. The bill also prohibits certain communications during the redistricting process and requires the release of all communications to the public. Overall, the bill aims to increase transparency and public participation in the state's redistricting procedures.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (21)
Tonya Anderson (D)*,
Gloria Butler (D)*,
Gail Davenport (D)*,
Jason Esteves (D)*,
Sonya Halpern (D)*,
Ed Harbison (D)*,
Sally Harrell (D)*,
Nabilah Islam Parkes (D)*,
Kim Jackson (D)*,
Donzella James (D)*,
Harold Jones (D)*,
David Lucas (D)*,
Derek Mallow (D)*,
Josh McLaurin (D)*,
Nikki Merritt (D)*,
Nan Orrock (D)*,
Elena Parent (D)*,
Sheikh Rahman (D)*,
Doc Rhett (D)*,
Valencia Seay (D)*,
Freddie Sims (D)*,
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 02/06/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/63968 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/213573 |
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