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Introduced
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 15 the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to the juvenile code, so as to require the recording of all proceedings under the juvenile code; to establish the right of parties to obtain a full and complete record of proceedings under the juvenile code; to establish the right of the Department of Human Services to obtain a full and complete record of proceedings under the juvenile code in which it has been permitted to participate by the juvenile court; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that all proceedings under Georgia's juvenile code must be recorded, either by stenographic notes or by electronic or other means that can accurately capture everything said, ensuring a complete record is available. It also establishes that parties involved in these proceedings have a right to obtain a full and complete record without needing a court order, and similarly, the Department of Human Services, when permitted to participate in a case by the juvenile court, also has the right to access such a complete record without needing a court order. This aims to improve transparency and access to information in juvenile court matters.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (13)
John Albers (R)*,
Lee Anderson (R)*,
Timothy Bearden (R)*,
Matt Brass (R)*,
Jason T. Dickerson (R)*,
Clint Dixon (R)*,
Marty Harbin (R)*,
Billy Hickman (R)*,
Mike Hodges (R)*,
Chuck Payne (R)*,
Randy Robertson (R)*,
Shawn Still (R)*,
Blake Tillery (R)*,
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73373 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/243073 |
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