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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to landlord and tenant in general, so as to limit the monthly income requirement for disabled veterans to qualify as tenants; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Housing for Heroes Act," amends Georgia law concerning landlords and tenants to benefit disabled veterans. Specifically, it establishes a new section that defines "disabled veteran" broadly, including those with service-related disabilities rated at 100 percent or compensated at that level due to unemployability, specific limb losses or vision impairments, or those who are unable to walk without assistance. It also defines "income" as federal adjusted gross income from all sources. The key provision is that landlords will be prohibited from requiring a disabled veteran to have a monthly income exceeding twice the amount of the monthly rent to qualify as a tenant, aiming to make housing more accessible for these individuals.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (11)
Jason Anavitarte (R)*,
Jason T. Dickerson (R)*,
Ed Harbison (D)*,
Billy Hickman (R)*,
Emanuel Jones (D)*,
Kay Kirkpatrick (R)*,
Josh McLaurin (D)*,
Chuck Payne (R)*,
Shawn Still (R)*,
Larry Walker (R)*,
Kenya Wicks (D)*,
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 01/28/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72471 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/240442 |
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