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GA HB1023
GA HB1023Education; utilize weapon detection systems in certain school buildings; require local boards of education and other public school governing bodies
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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 27 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to loitering at or disrupting schools, so as to require local boards of education and other public school governing bodies to utilize weapon detection systems to aid in the prevention of any individual attempting to unlawfully possess or carry a weapon in certain school buildings; to provide for exceptions; to authorize the use of funding; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that all local boards of education and other public school governing bodies in Georgia must implement "weapon detection systems," which are defined as security technologies or devices designed to identify weapons like firearms or hazardous objects, regardless of whether an individual is actively carrying them. These systems are to be used at main entry points of permanent school buildings where students are present during normal operations to help prevent individuals from bringing weapons into schools, with exceptions for locked emergency exits or points of entry not intended for student use. The bill also authorizes the use of grants and other funding to comply with this requirement and will take effect on July 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Jon Burns (R)*,
Sandy Donatucci (R)*,
Chuck Efstration (R)*,
Chris Erwin (R)*,
Matt Hatchett (R)*,
Holt Persinger (R)*,
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute (on 02/06/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72353 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/241800 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/240242 |
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