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Introduced
03/25/2025
03/25/2025
In Committee
04/02/2025
04/02/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To fix the salary of the sheriff of Fulton County; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill sets the maximum annual salary for the Fulton County Sheriff at $260,000, to be paid in equal installments from Fulton County funds. The legislation specifically overrides any previous local laws that might have established a different salary amount for the sheriff. By establishing a clear salary cap, the bill provides certainty about the sheriff's compensation and ensures that any payments will be made directly from county funds. The bill also includes a standard provision that repeals any existing laws or parts of laws that conflict with its provisions, which is a common practice to prevent legal ambiguity. This type of local legislation is typical of state legislatures making specific adjustments to compensation for county-level elected officials.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Michelle Au (D)*,
Robert Dawson (D)*,
Lydia Glaize (D)*,
Derrick Jackson (D)*,
Sheila Jones (D)*,
Mekyah McQueen (D)*,
Last Action
House Third Reading Lost (on 04/02/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71664 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/237293 |
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