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Introduced
02/08/2024
02/08/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 3 of Chapter 11 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dependency proceedings, so as to enact "Ethan's Law"; to provide limitations on ordering a child to be sent to a reunification program; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as "Ethan's Law," amends Georgia law to place limitations on a court's ability to order a child to participate in family reunification treatments, programs, or services. Specifically, the bill prohibits courts from ordering such programs that would: violate a court order requiring no contact between the child and their parent/guardian; require an overnight, out-of-state, or multi-day stay; transfer physical or legal custody of the child; use private youth transporters or agents that employ force, threats, physical obstruction, or endanger the child's safety; or use threats of physical force, undue coercion, verbal abuse, isolation, or other distressing circumstances.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
David Clark (R)*,
Lauren Daniel (R)*,
Todd Jones (R)*,
Trey Kelley (R)*,
Matt Reeves (R)*,
Tyler Smith (R)*,
Last Action
House Upon Adjournment-juvenile Justice (13:30:00 2/15/2024 515 CLOB) (on 02/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/66840 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/223407 |
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