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GA HB1297Pierce County; Magistrate Court; authorize assessment and collection of a technology fee
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
03/03/2026
03/03/2026
Crossed Over
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
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 Pierce 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 related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Magistrate Court of Pierce County to collect a technology fee, not to exceed $10.00, for each civil action filed and as a surcharge on each fine assessed. These collected funds, which must be kept in a separate account, are exclusively designated for the court's technological needs, including the purchase, lease, maintenance, and installation of computer hardware and software, as well as audio-visual and scanning equipment, and services for digital archiving and public access to court records. The authority to collect this fee will end on July 1, 2036, at which point any remaining funds will be used for general technology purposes in Pierce County.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Passed/Adopted (on 03/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73174 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/244724 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242515 |
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