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GA HB616

GA HB616
State government; consider antisemitism when determining whether an alleged criminal act was motivated by discriminatory intent; require state agencies

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Introduced
02/27/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to state government, so as to require state agencies to consider antisemitism when determining whether an alleged criminal act was motivated by discriminatory intent; to provide for limitations and construction; to provide legislative findings and intent; to provide for definitions; to provide for effective dates and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill requires state agencies in Georgia to consider antisemitism as evidence of discriminatory intent when determining whether a criminal act was motivated by bias. The bill provides a definition of antisemitism based on the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition, including examples of how antisemitism can manifest. The bill also includes provisions to ensure it does not infringe on free speech rights or conflict with other discrimination laws. The bill's provisions related to considering antisemitism will take effect on July 1, 2023, while the rest of the bill takes effect upon approval by the governor.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House Second Readers (on 03/01/2023)

Taxonomy

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Ethnic Minority and Racial Group Discrimination
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Hate Crimes

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/64887 02/28/2023
BillText https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/216129 02/28/2023
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