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GA HB1337
GA HB1337Courts; retention and expenditure of passport application and processing fees by clerks of superior courts and probate court judges; 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 Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to courts, so as to provide for the retention and expenditure of passport application and processing fees by clerks of superior courts and probate court judges; to provide for retention of certain fees as personal compensation; to provide for disclosures in written reports; to provide for use of certain fees; to provide for limitations; to authorize the adoption of local acts; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill allows clerks of superior courts and probate court judges in Georgia to retain a portion of passport application and processing fees as personal compensation, provided that the total compensation from these fees combined with their regular salary does not exceed 95% of a superior court judge's salary. These officials must report quarterly to the county governing authority and the county finance department on all passport fees received, specifically noting any amounts retained as personal compensation. Any remaining fees, after personal compensation is accounted for, must be deposited into the county's general fund or used for office maintenance and operations, but not for compensating themselves or their staff, nor for purchasing non-work-related items or gifts. The bill also prohibits charging any passport fees beyond those mandated by federal law and allows for local acts to adjust the percentage of fees that can be retained. This change is set to take effect on January 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73274 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242824 |
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