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GA HB1124
GA HB1124State government; require certain agencies to consider definition of hinduphobia to apply to laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, or national origin
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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 relative to state government, so as to require certain agencies to consider the definition of hinduphobia provided for in this Act to apply to laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, or national origin; to authorize fact finders in certain criminal cases to consider hinduphobia when determining whether a defendant intentionally selected any victim or group of victims or any property as the object of the offense; to provide for limitations and construction; to provide for definitions; to provide for nonseverability; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill requires state government agencies that enforce laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, or national origin to consider a specific definition of "hinduphobia," which is defined as antagonistic, destructive, and derogatory attitudes and behaviors towards Hinduism, when carrying out their duties. Additionally, in certain criminal cases, fact-finders would be allowed to consider hinduphobia when determining if a defendant intentionally targeted a victim or property based on their religion. The bill includes provisions to ensure it does not diminish constitutional rights, including freedom of speech and religion, or conflict with existing discrimination laws, and it clarifies that it does not create new legal rights or causes of action.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72678 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/241101 |
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