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GA HB1335
GA HB1335Emergency management; certain longshoremen and related maritime, port, warehouse, and logistics workers to be considered essential workers; provide
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Introduced
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 3 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to emergency management, so as to provide for certain longshoremen and related maritime, port, warehouse, and logistics workers to be considered essential workers; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Georgia law concerning emergency management to designate certain longshoremen and related maritime, port, warehouse, and logistics workers as essential workers during a declared state of emergency. Specifically, these workers, employed by or contracted with certified organizations and businesses, will be classified as essential for transporting and distributing necessary goods, will not be hindered by emergency orders or restrictions from reporting to work, will receive priority for protective equipment and resources like testing and vaccinations from the Department of Public Health, and will be eligible for temporary hazard or premium pay authorized by the Governor.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Mike Cameron (R)*,
Carl Gilliard (D)*,
El-Mahdi Holly (D)*,
Kim Schofield (D)*,
Ron Stephens (R)*,
Al Williams (D)*,
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73272 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242821 |
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