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This bill amends multiple sections of Georgia's state code to add language allowing references to the United States Department of Education to be replaced with "or its successor" across various professional and educational contexts, including sections related to teacher certification, student data privacy, professional licensing, and educational compacts. The bill specifically updates a provision in the tuition waiver program for foster and adopted individuals, replacing the requirement to reference a "Student Aid Report from the United States Department of Education" with a "Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) submission summary." Notably, Sections 1 and 2 of the bill will only become effective if Congress either repeals or abolishes the United States Department of Education, making this a contingent legislative action. The changes span multiple areas including education, law enforcement, and professional licensing, and are designed to provide flexibility in referencing federal educational administrative structures. The bill maintains the existing substantive requirements in these sections while updating the terminology to potentially accommodate future changes in federal educational administrative organizations.

Education

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70246