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Introduced
02/14/2023
02/14/2023
In Committee
02/26/2024
02/26/2024
Crossed Over
02/29/2024
02/29/2024
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state government, so as to provide for the preservation of religious freedom; to provide for legislative findings and determinations; to provide for the granting of relief; to provide for definitions; to provide for construction; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the "Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration Act," aims to protect the free exercise of religion in the state. It establishes a "compelling interest test," which requires the government to demonstrate a compelling interest and the least restrictive means to substantially burden a person's religious exercise, even if the burden results from a generally applicable rule. The bill provides a legal avenue for individuals to assert violations of their religious freedom and obtain appropriate relief. It defines key terms like "exercise of religion" and "government" to clarify the scope of the legislation. The bill becomes effective upon the Governor's approval or upon becoming law without approval, and it repeals any conflicting laws.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (25)
Jason Anavitarte (R)*,
Lee Anderson (R)*,
Brandon Beach (R)*,
Matt Brass (R)*,
Max Burns (R)*,
Bill Cowsert (R)*,
Clint Dixon (R)*,
Greg Dolezal (R)*,
Michael Dugan (R)*,
Frank Ginn (R)*,
Steve Gooch (R)*,
Russ Goodman (R)*,
Marty Harbin (R)*,
Billy Hickman (R)*,
Chuck Hufstetler (R)*,
John Kennedy (R)*,
Colton Moore (R)*,
Chuck Payne (R)*,
Randy Robertson (R)*,
Ed Setzler (R)*,
Shawn Still (R)*,
Carden Summers (R)*,
Ben Watson (R)*,
Sam Watson (R)*,
Rick Williams (R)*,
Last Action
House Reeves Subcommittee Of Judiciary Civil (10:00:00 3/12/2024 132 CAP) (on 03/12/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/64416 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/226198 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/214698 |
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