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GA HB1362
GA HB1362Public officers; persons having certain financial interest shall be ineligible to hold certain public offices; provide
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Introduced
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions for eligibility and qualifications for office, so as to provide that persons having certain financial interest shall be ineligible to hold certain public offices; to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 10 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions for conflicts of interest, so as to prohibit state public officials from having financial interest in certain state contracts or from transacting business with the state; to revise disclosure provisions; to revise definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to prevent conflicts of interest for public officials in Georgia by prohibiting individuals with certain financial interests from holding specific public offices and by restricting state public officials from engaging in certain business dealings with the state. Specifically, it makes individuals ineligible for offices such as Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and other statewide elected officials if they, or their family members, have a financial interest in a contract with a state agency or transact business with any state agency. The bill also revises definitions related to conflicts of interest, clarifying terms like "agency" to include all branches of state government and expanding the definition of "public official" to encompass those serving on a full-time, part-time, or consultant basis. Additionally, it modifies disclosure requirements for business transactions with the state, requiring public officials and employees to report such dealings, with some exceptions for small transactions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
James Burchett (R)*,
John Corbett (R)*,
Jutt Howard (R)*,
Trey Rhodes (R)*,
Jason Ridley (R)*,
Tyler Smith (R)*,
Last Action
House Governmental Affairs (15:00:00 2/23/2026 506 CLOB) (on 02/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73340 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/243023 |
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