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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend an Act creating a new charter for the City of Holly Springs in the County of Cherokee, approved March 18, 1980 (Ga. L. 1980, p. 3281), as amended, so as to revise the boundaries of the city; to provide that the city council shall be composed of six instead of five members; to provide for term limits; to provide for a mayoral veto; to provide new city council district boundaries; to provide for definitions and inclusions; to provide for continuation in office of the current councilmembers; to provide effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill revises the charter for the City of Holly Springs, Georgia, by updating its corporate boundaries based on the 2020 U.S. Census data, which defines geographical areas called "VTDs" (Voting Tabulation Districts) and "Blocks." It also expands the city council from five to six members, consisting of a mayor and six councilmembers, with four elected from newly defined districts and two elected at-large. The bill introduces term limits for councilmembers and the mayor, restricting service to a maximum of 12 consecutive years or 20 cumulative years, with provisions for current officeholders. Additionally, it grants the mayor a veto power over ordinances passed by the city council, which the council can override with a four-member vote. The changes to the city's boundaries and the new district boundaries will take effect on January 1, 2027, while provisions related to conducting elections for the expanded council will be effective earlier.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Bill Fincher (R)*,
Rick Jasperse (R)*,
Jan Jones (R)*,
Don Parsons (R)*,
Jordan Ridley (R)*,
Brad Thomas (R)*,
Last Action
House Agreed Senate Amend or Sub (on 02/20/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72359 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242687 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/240225 |
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