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GA HB1172Spalding County; Magistrate Court; authorize assessment and collection of a technology fee
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
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 Spalding County; to identify the authorized uses of such technology fee; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Magistrate Court of Spalding County to collect a technology fee, not to exceed $15.00, for each civil case filed and as a surcharge on each fine. These collected funds, which must be kept in a separate account, are to be used exclusively for the court's technological needs, including the purchase, lease, maintenance, and installation of computer hardware and software, as well as audio-visual, imaging, scanning, facsimile, communications, projection, recording, and printing equipment and software, and for technical support services, all as directed by the chief judge of the court.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Passed/Adopted (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72783 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/241349 |
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