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GA SB516Elections and Primaries; Secretary of State to establish a grant program to assist counties with offsetting half of the cost associated with special elections; provide
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Introduced
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to provide for the Secretary of State to establish a grant program, subject to appropriations, to assist counties with offsetting half of the cost associated with special elections to fill state or federal offices; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a grant program, managed by the Secretary of State, to help counties cover half the expenses of special elections held to fill state or federal offices, provided that funds are appropriated for this purpose.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (7)
Tonya Anderson (D)*,
Jaha Howard (D)*,
Nabilah Islam Parkes (D)*,
RaShaun Kemp (D)*,
Nan Orrock (D)*,
Sheikh Rahman (D)*,
Kenya Wicks (D)*,
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73270 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242778 |
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