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GA HB623

GA HB623
Carroll County; Probate Court; authorize assessment and collection of a technology fee


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Introduced
02/26/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
03/10/2025
Passed
04/07/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/13/2025

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To authorize the assessment and collection of a technology fee by the Probate Court of Carroll County; to identify the authorized uses of such technology fee; to provide for the termination of such technology fee and dedication of residual funds; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the clerk of the Probate Court in Carroll County, Georgia, to charge a technology fee of up to $10.00 for each civil action filed with the court. The technology fee can only be used for specific technological purposes, including purchasing computer hardware and software, leasing and maintaining technology equipment, acquiring audio-visual and communication systems, obtaining technological support services, digitizing and archiving court records, and providing technology-related training for court staff. The funds collected must be kept in a separate account and used exclusively for these designated technological needs. The authority to assess this technology fee will expire on July 1, 2035, and any remaining funds at that time will be dedicated to general technology uses in Carroll County. This bill aims to help the Probate Court modernize its technological capabilities and improve court operations through dedicated funding.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Effective Date 2025-05-13 (on 05/13/2025)

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