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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding state government, so as to provide that the state government shall refer to the western bank of the Jordan River as Judea and Samaria; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative intent; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "RECOGNIZING Judea and Samaria Act," mandates that the State of Georgia, in all official communications and government materials, must refer to the lands Israel gained control of from Jordan during the 1967 Six-Day War as "Judea and Samaria," specifically designating the area south of Jerusalem as "Judea" and the area north as "Samaria," and prohibiting the use of the term "West Bank" for these territories. Furthermore, starting July 1, 2026, state funds cannot be used to create or distribute any official documents or communications that refer to Judea and Samaria as the "West Bank," with an exception for obligations under federal law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Joe Campbell (R)*,
Brent Cox (R)*,
Chuck Efstration (R)*,
Tim Fleming (R)*,
Mitchell Horner (R)*,
Danny Mathis (R)*,
Last Action
House Governmental Affairs Subcommittee On State And Local Government (upon Adjournment Of Elections) (14:00:00 2/24/2026 415 CLOB) (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72728 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/241191 |
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