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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 5 of Chapter 3 of Title 51 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to negligent security, so as to exempt certain victims from using an exclusive remedy; to provide for a conforming change; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Justice For Epstein Survivors Act," amends existing Georgia law regarding negligent security, which refers to a property owner's failure to take reasonable steps to protect people on their property from foreseeable harm. Specifically, it modifies a section that previously stated the law on negligent security was the only way to seek recourse against property owners. The bill adds a new provision stating that this exclusive remedy does not apply to claims where the wrongful conduct involves sexual offenses or where the injured person was under 18 or over 65 years old at the time of the injury, thereby allowing victims in these specific circumstances to pursue other legal avenues for damages beyond just the negligent security claim.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (12)
Tonya Anderson (D)*,
Gail Davenport (D)*,
Sonya Halpern (D)*,
Jaha Howard (D)*,
Kim Jackson (D)*,
Harold Jones (D)*,
RaShaun Kemp (D)*,
Josh McLaurin (D)*,
Nikki Merritt (D)*,
Nan Orrock (D)*,
Elena Parent (D)*,
Kenya Wicks (D)*,
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/73379 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/243099 |
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