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GA HB1083Madison County; Magistrate Court; authorize assessment and collection of a technology fee
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To authorize the assessment and collection of a technology fee by the Magistrate Court of Madison County; to identify the authorized uses of such technology fee; to provide for the termination of such technology fee and dedication of residual funds; to provide for a contingent effective date and automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Magistrate Court of Madison County to collect a technology fee, not exceeding $10.00, for each civil action filed and as a surcharge on each fine. These collected funds are exclusively designated for the court's technological needs, including purchasing and maintaining computer hardware and software, imaging and communication equipment, and converting court records to digital formats for public access. The authority to collect this fee will end on July 1, 2031, at which point any remaining funds will be used for general technology purposes in Madison County. The bill's effective date is contingent on another law being enacted that clarifies that these fees are in addition to other required court fees; if that other law is not passed, this bill will not take effect and will be automatically repealed on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72589 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/240837 |
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