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Introduced
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend an Act creating and establishing the State Court of Tift County, approved March 30, 1971 (Ga. L. 1971, p. 2468), as amended, particularly by an Act approved May 5, 2006 (Ga. L. 2006, p. 4575), and an Act approved May 3, 2016 (Ga. L. 2016, p. 3999), so as to provide for the compensation of the judge of such court; to provide for the compensation of the solicitor-general of such court; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law concerning the State Court of Tift County to establish specific compensation for its judge and solicitor-general. The judge, who is prohibited from practicing law during their term, will receive an annual salary set by the Tift County Board of Commissioners, with a minimum of $100,000 and a maximum tied to 75% of the salary of a superior court judge in the Tifton Judicial Circuit, to be paid from the county's general fund in 12 monthly installments. Additionally, the solicitor-general's office is designated as full-time, and their annual salary will also be fixed by the Board of Commissioners, with a minimum of $90,000, also paid from the county's general fund.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Passed/Adopted (on 02/17/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72138 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242706 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/239676 |
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